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Square Bitcoin terminals now enable over 4 million US merchants to accept Bitcoin payments instantly via the Lightning Network. Merchants can choose to receive payments in BTC or convert them to USD automatically, with zero processing fees until 2027. The integration with Cash App provides an interactive map of participating stores, while features like “Bitcoin Conversions” let merchants allocate a percentage of daily sales to BTC. Transactions settle in seconds, are irreversible, and eliminate chargebacks, offering small businesses an efficient alternative to traditional credit card processing, which typically incurs 2–3% fees and settlement delays. Limits on withdrawals (up to $15,000 per day and $50,000 per week) ensure security, while refund policies are managed through digital gift cards. Excluding New York due to regulatory constraints, Square launched nationwide after a successful pilot at Compass Coffee. This move underscores growing merchant adoption and enhances Bitcoin’s practicality for everyday commerce.

Sonic Labs has shifted its strategy from prioritising transaction speed to driving long-term token value and business sustainability. Under CEO Mitchell Demeter, Sonic Labs will implement a new fee monetisation upgrade. This consists of tiered builder rewards, fixed validator fees and increased S token burns. The layer-1 EVM chain claims 720 ms finality. It will introduce new EIPs and SIPs to deliver measurable financial outcomes for builders, validators and tokenholders. Sonic Labs also opened a New York office to accelerate US expansion, focusing on institutional partnerships and regulatory engagement. The S token has fallen over 80% since a January rebrand, with ‘smart money’ selling $245 million in the last week. Sonic Labs aims to rebuild momentum with a sustainable tokenomics model.

Altcoins aren’t dead; they’ve evolved into powerful incentive layers driving Web3 adoption. Unlike Bitcoin, which serves as a reserve asset, emerging tokens power growth marketing by bootstrapping networks, rewarding users and enabling data portability through technologies like zero-knowledge transport layer security (zkTLS). This unlocks new use cases—from on-chain paystub verification for instant USDC loans to cross-platform loyalty rewards and decentralized 5G. As token economies mature, startups can redirect attention and liquidity more efficiently than Web2 incumbents ever could. Institutions should look beyond Bitcoin ETFs: real upside lies in application-driving tokens. Early allocation to promising altcoins can capture asymmetric returns before valuations surge as Web3 adoption accelerates.

Jim Chanos recently closed a paired trade that shorted MSTR stock while going long on BTC. He targeted MicroStrategy’s inflated net asset value ratio. When he opened the position in November 2024, MSTR traded at over 3× its mNAV. The premium later shrank to 1.23×, delivering a near-100% gain on the short leg. Simultaneously, BTC rose by about 25%, boosting total profits. Chanos criticized Michael Saylor’s leveraged BTC purchases and equity dilution. This arbitrage highlights structural risks in digital asset treasury (DAT) firms and could prompt traders to favor direct crypto exposure over DAT stocks.

Coinbase taps Liz Martin, a former 25-year Goldman Sachs partner, as VP of Product for Markets and Derivatives to spearhead its Everything Exchange strategy. Coinbase taps Martin to lead the exchange business, drive derivatives growth, and manage the global markets team. The Everything Exchange plan aims to build a one-stop trading platform covering spot trading, lending, staking, spending, and yield services. Under this strategy, Coinbase will also explore tokenized stocks, prediction markets, and early token sales. Martin’s extensive experience in global markets and consumer finance at Goldman Sachs positions her to expand Coinbase’s product offerings and strengthen its competitive edge in crypto derivatives.

Seismic announced a $10 million Series A round led by a16z crypto. The startup provides private blockchain payment rails for crypto fintech firms. The funding also included Polychain, Amber Group, TrueBridge, dao5 and LayerZero. Seismic aims to extend its blockchain payment rails into fiat on-ramps and card services. Partners include Brookwell for stablecoin accounts and Cred for private credit. The company plans to charge $0.01 per transaction starting in Q1 2026. Total funding now stands at $17 million. Tempo, valued at $5 billion, is a key competitor.

Dogecoin price held above $0.17 after touching an intraday low of $0.1712 on November 12, 2025. The DOGE token trades at $0.176, down on the day but up nearly 9% over the past week. Technical signals point to reduced selling pressure, with a hidden bullish divergence on the Relative Strength Index (RSI) and a long-standing $0.15 support zone since March 2025. A bounce from the lower boundary of a multi-month broadening wedge could trigger a breakout above the $0.18 resistance, targeting $0.20. Clearing the 50-day exponential moving average at $0.199 may open doors to $0.22 and $0.30. Bullish sentiment is further supported by mounting ETF anticipation—highlighted by the Bitwise DOGE ETF countdown—and increased on-chain accumulation by whale addresses. Traders eye this setup for a potential breakout opportunity.

Bitcoin has traded in a narrow range over the past two weeks, staying between $106,000 and $116,000. Long-term holders have sold about 104,000 BTC, creating supply pressure. Bitcoin ETF inflows remain healthy: US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $524 million in net inflows on November 11. Smart money traders also added over $8.5 million in net long positions, signaling cautious institutional optimism. However, macroeconomic uncertainty—driven by Federal Reserve policy divisions, a sudden drop in SOFR to 3.92%, and an ongoing US government shutdown—continues to weigh on market sentiment. Analysts warn that without sustained ETF inflows or fresh spot demand, Bitcoin could test support near $106,000 and potentially retest $100,000. Overall, Bitcoin’s price outlook for November remains neutral amid competing bullish and bearish forces.

Investment bank B. Riley reports easing selling pressure among digital asset treasury companies, citing early recovery signs as macro risks abate and short sellers cover. BitMine Immersion Technologies led accumulation, raising its ether holdings to 11.2 ETH per 1,000 shares—nearly triple the peer average of 4.0. Across 25 tracked treasuries, median market NAVs fell to 0.9 from 1.0, reflecting steep discounts to underlying crypto assets like bitcoin (BTC), ether (ETH) and solana (SOL), which are down 5.2%, 4.5% and 0.9% this week. Analysts highlight potential catalysts, including a US government funding deal and stablecoin adoption, for a rebound in digital asset treasury valuations.

Meteora price has surged 28% over the past 24 hours, breaking out of a rounded bottom pattern between $0.33 and $0.40 and testing the $0.50 resistance level on strong trading volume. The breakout has flipped the $0.40 ceiling into new support, and if momentum persists, Meteora price could retest $0.55 and $0.60. Technical indicators show an overbought RSI of 77 and elevated BBWP volatility, signaling a risk of short-term pullbacks. The 9-period EMA on the 4H chart may act as dynamic support, with buyers defending down to $0.40 if it fails. The rally follows key exchange listings on Crypto.com and the launch of Coinbase Perpetuals for MET on October 30, as well as the recently introduced Meteora Invent launchpad. Community discussions note that the Meteora DEX is generating nearly the same trading fees as Uniswap (UNI) despite having roughly one-tenth of its market cap. Traders should watch volume trends, RSI levels, and EMA support for potential entry or exit points.

Oak Mining has launched an AI-powered cloud mining app that lets users earn passive income on their smartphones. The platform auto-allocates computing resources to mine major cryptocurrencies. It supports deposits and withdrawals in BTC, ETH, USDT, XRP, DOGE, SOL, LTC, USDC and BCH. All operations run on wind, hydro and solar power for an eco-friendly cloud mining solution. New users receive an $18 bonus upon registration. They can start mining in three steps: register, link a crypto wallet and select a contract plan. Contracts range from a $100 novice plan (~$3 daily payout) to an $8,000 enterprise plan (~$128 per day). Payouts are deposited daily with no hidden fees. Oak Mining uses bank-level security, including cold storage and SSL encryption. Over six years, the platform grew to 7 million users across 70 farms worldwide. A two-tier referral program offers up to a 5% bonus and monthly earnings of up to $50,000. Oak Mining’s eco-friendly cloud mining app provides traders with a secure, scalable way to generate passive crypto income.

Internet Computer (ICP) has playfully “apologized” for demonstrating that DApps can operate entirely on-chain without relying on Amazon Web Services (AWS). The Internet Computer team touts its “canister” contracts, which unify application logic and data to host full-stack apps such as OpenChat, ICPSwap and Caffeine directly on-chain. ICP’s jest comes amid a 99% price collapse from its $750 all-time high to about $6, despite a recent 240% rally from $2.80. Community responses praised the technology but criticized ICP’s steep token decline.

In a rapid crypto market surge, total capitalization rose by $65 billion within three hours, driven by Bitcoin’s $30 billion rally. Analysts highlight that Bitcoin has maintained strength during a historically bullish period, with institutional investors boosting demand through exchange-traded funds. This institutional buying has reinforced Bitcoin’s role in leading a broader rebound across digital assets. Market indicators suggest further upside potential for Bitcoin, dismissing imminent cycle peak concerns based on past market cycles. Overall, the crypto market shows robust momentum as institutions pile into Bitcoin, signaling a sustained rally for digital assets.

Circle released Q3 2025 results showing 66% year-on-year revenue growth to $740 million, a 202% surge in net profit to $214 million and a 78% rise in adjusted EBITDA to $166 million. USDC stablecoin circulation jumped 97% to $73.7 billion, with on-chain transaction volume rising 680% to $9.6 trillion and active wallets increasing 77% to 6.3 million. Institutional demand drove expansion of the Circle Payments Network, now supporting real-time settlement across eight countries with 29 live institutions and 55 pending approvals. Meanwhile, over 100 fintech firms are participating in the Arc Blockchain public testnet as Circle explores an Arc native token issuance. The firm is focusing on global blockchain integration and B2B payments, positioning USDC as a leading stablecoin for institutional flows.

Tether is intensifying its stablecoin strategy by deepening ties with Rumble. In October, Tether’s joint venture Tether America and Anchorage Digital announced the launch of USAT, a U.S.-focused stablecoin, to be distributed via Rumble’s new digital wallet. Tether holds 48% of Rumble and has committed $100 million to platform advertising. It also provided a $610 million loan enabling Rumble’s $767 million acquisition of Northern Data AG and agreed to purchase up to $150 million in GPU services once the deal closes. Meanwhile, the Bank of England has opened a consultation on regulating sterling-denominated systemic stablecoins. Proposals include backing 60% of reserves with short-term UK government debt (up to 95% at launch), no interest payments to coinholders, and potential central bank liquidity backstops. Stakeholder feedback is invited until February 10, 2026. In Brazil, new rules will treat stablecoins as foreign exchange, requiring VASPs to report monthly transactions from February 2026. Separately, Coinbase and UK infrastructure provider BVNK ended $2–$2.5 billion acquisition talks, and Japan’s FSA approved a yen-pegged stablecoin by major banks for corporate payments.

Rumble has agreed to acquire German AI and high-performance computing firm Northern Data in an $800 million share-based transaction, converting each Northern Data share into 2.0281 new Class A Rumble shares. Backed by stablecoin issuer Tether, the acquisition includes Rumble’s commitment to purchase $150 million in GPU services from Northern Data and secure a $100 million advertising agreement as part of the deal. Separately, Tether will spend $150 million to buy GPUs from Rumble to launch a global independent AI network for content creators. Rumble CEO Chris Pavlovski said the move reinforces the platform’s freedom-first ethos and deepens collaboration with Tether. Pending shareholder approval of the exchange offer, the acquisition strengthens Rumble’s AI infrastructure with Northern Data’s GPU assets and underscores a broader crypto trend toward decentralized AI infrastructure investments. This positions Rumble to challenge leading video platforms and capitalize on crypto-driven AI growth opportunities.

China’s National Computer Virus Emergency Response Center alleges that U.S. intelligence agencies orchestrated the 2020 theft of 127,272 BTC—then worth $2.1 billion, now valued at $13 billion—from China’s LuBian mining pool. Although Washington has not formally responded, the claim elevates Bitcoin theft to a geopolitical flashpoint, potentially chilling institutional investment and slowing Bitcoin momentum. Traders historically respond to such controversies by rotating capital into alternative tokens, boosting demand for culture-driven assets. In this environment, meme coin $MAXI stands out, leveraging a scarcity narrative, 40% marketing allocation and a dedicated Maxi Fund to attract retail investors. Currently in presale at $0.0002675 with a 77% staking APY, $MAXI aims to capitalize on volatility and cultural momentum. The Bitcoin theft allegation may also fuel broader altcoin rotation. Crypto traders should monitor Bitcoin’s price reaction and assess $MAXI’s presale performance as a barometer for altcoin appetite amid rising geopolitical tensions.

After an October market correction, XRP has stabilized around $2.20, holding key support above $2. Crypto analyst CryptoInsightUK highlights that the XRP price’s daily range lows remain intact, indicating strong buying interest at current levels. The recent drop removed most liquidity beneath this range, concentrating orders above the market and setting the stage for a potential liquidity sweep and short squeeze. Technically, XRP’s weekly Relative Strength Index (RSI) has retraced to its seven-year resistance level last seen before the November 2024 surge. That precedent marked the start of a 600% rally, suggesting current RSI readings could trigger a similar upswing. Additionally, XRP dominance appears to be completing a Wyckoff accumulation phase, often a prelude to renewed bullish momentum. If historical patterns hold, a repeat of late-2024 could propel XRP above $10, generating triple-digit gains for traders.

Ethereum price rebounded sharply from key support formed by three converging trendlines and horizontal support near $3,000. On the 4-hour chart, the bounce cleared a major descending trendline and aims for resistance at $3,680. Further upside targets include $3,900 and $4,250, with the $4,000 level acting as a psychological barrier. Stochastic RSI on both the 4-hour and daily frames shows room to run, suggesting a breakout could be imminent. On the weekly chart, a falling wedge pattern or bull flag points to sustained bullish momentum. A decisive break above the weekly trendline could propel Ethereum price toward a $7,000 rally. Traders should watch the $3,680-$4,000 zone for confirmation of trend reversal. Indicators align with increased upside potential. (Source: TradingView)

FUNToken is trading at $0.002256 with a market cap of $24.38 M and over 99,000 holders. A $5 M smart‐contract staking giveaway has locked 8.7 M tokens, reducing circulating supply and fueling a real-time supply squeeze. Stakers earn milestone rewards as price targets from $0.01 to $0.10 USDT are hit, creating a feedback loop: more staking leads to lower float, increasing price sensitivity and community engagement. The Telegram community of 26,000 users has integrated a Message Scoring Bot to boost participation. Market indicators—thinning exchange liquidity, 84% bullish sentiment, and rising support-level volume—echo FUNToken’s March 2025 consolidation at $0.002–$0.0023, which preceded a 700% rally to $0.02. With added gaming utility and transparent on-chain verification, FUNToken stands poised for another significant surge.

BTC whale activity and miner transfers to Binance have surged, intensifying selling pressure on Bitcoin’s price. Between October 12 and November 3, large holders moved over 19,500 BTC (≈$2 billion) to Binance, while Q4 miner inflows have topped 71,000 BTC (≈$7 billion). October alone saw more than 200,000 BTC from miners rebalanced ahead of year-end. This influx of BTC whale and miner deposits has coincided with Bitcoin stalling below $107,000, as long-term holders increase exchange inflows around the $107K–$118K resistance zone. The LTH-SOPR metric has fallen to 1.6, signaling fading conviction among long-term investors. Although whale inflows have recently eased, continued macroeconomic headwinds, cautious Fed signals, and regulatory uncertainty underscore market resistance. Traders should watch Binance inflows, LTH-SOPR trends, and miner liquidity needs for clues on near-term price direction and potential relief rallies.

Bitwise Asset Management has registered its proposed Spot Chainlink ETF (ticker CLNK) on the DTCC registry’s active and pre-launch lists. This registration marks a crucial logistical step toward launch, though final SEC approval remains pending. The ETF, structured as a Delaware statutory trust, will track the CME CF Chainlink–Dollar Reference Rate and follows an initial S-1 filing in August. A Form 8-A submission is still required before exchange trading can begin. Meanwhile, multiple issuers including Grayscale and Franklin Templeton have also filed applications for spot Chainlink and XRP ETFs, highlighting a broader push for altcoin spot ETFs in the U.S. market. Traders should watch for the SEC’s final nod, the ETF’s listing on exchanges like Cboe BZX, authorized participant participation, and initial inflows. A successful Spot Chainlink ETF launch could boost institutional demand for LINK, driving increased liquidity and potential short-term price gains.

Samson Mow, CSO of Jan3, blames the latest Bitcoin sell-off on new investors taking profits. He says traders who bought in the last 12–18 months, including ETF participants, are liquidating to lock in 20%–30% gains amid bearish market whispers. This Bitcoin sell-off has pushed prices down from over $126,000 toward $100,000 and triggered major liquidation events in October. Mow contrasts this trend with OGs—long-term holders who continue hodling and absorbing coins from speculators. He argues that the new investors’ sell-off is now depleted and forecasts a bullish rebound in 2026, driven by renewed conviction and limited selling pressure.

Crypto whales have ramped up purchases across major tokens. According to Lookonchain, the “66kETHBorrow” whale has amassed 385,718 ETH—worth $1.33 billion—since November 4, including $105 million in one hour, using $270 million borrowed from Aave. Another large holder, “ThisWillMakeYouLoveAgain,” added 8.41 million ASTER at an average $0.97, netting $1.1 million in unrealized gains. A new wallet “bc1qt4” bought 1,130 BTC ($116.6 million) on FalconX, while whale “0x20d6” acquired 523,007 UNI ($4.44 million). Crypto fund Paradigm invested $581 million to purchase 14.7 million HYPE. These moves underline continued bullish momentum from crypto whales across the market’s top assets and high-potential altcoins.

Circle Q3 profit rose 202% year-on-year as the stablecoin issuer exceeded estimates. The company reported net income of $214 million for the third quarter. Earnings per share (EPS) reached $0.64, surpassing the consensus forecast of $0.22. Total revenue and reserve income doubled to $740 million. EBITDA grew 78% to $166 million. As the second-largest USD-backed stablecoin issuer, Circle Internet Group benefited from increased transaction volumes and reserve yield. Despite strong financials, CRCL shares fell 5.6% on earnings day and opened lower in pre-market trading. Investors focused on the impact of fluctuating market rates on reserve income and USDC demand. Circle Q3 profit performance underscores its growing role in the stablecoin sector and could influence trader sentiment towards stablecoin issuers and related DeFi markets.

Bitcoin Demand has revived as spot ETF inflows hit $523 million, driving a net positive demand metric of 5,252 BTC over 30 days. Bitcoin bounced off early lows, lifting altcoins like Ethereum, XRP and Solana. Liquidity shifted from privacy-focused tokens into small-cap projects ASTER, RENDER, SKY and MNT, each up roughly 7%. Net inflows into U.S.-listed Bitcoin spot ETFs reached their highest in over a month, signalling renewed demand. However, derivatives funding rates on platforms such as Deribit remain muted, while stablecoin lending rates on Aave suggest cautious risk appetite. The Senate’s stopgap funding bill removes immediate shutdown risk but leaves broader fiscal gridlock unresolved. Private data releases from ADP and NFIB point to softer labour conditions, reinforcing the Fed’s “easing with caution” stance ahead of December’s FOMC meeting. Meanwhile, a jump in Treasury volatility has stalled gold’s rally, typically weighing on crypto markets.

Bitcoin price remained trapped below the $105,000 mark after slipping to a low of $103,009, marking a 2.8% drop on Tuesday. Despite registering $524 million in spot Bitcoin ETF inflows led by BlackRock’s IBIT and Fidelity’s FBTC, analysts warn that historic November rallies may not materialize. Range-bound trading between $100,000 and $115,000 persists as long-term holders accelerate selling, offloading approximately 104,000 BTC per month—the highest level since July. On-chain data from Bitfinex and QCP highlights ongoing distribution, with market sentiment only marginally improved. Technical indicators point to resistance at the $106,000–$107,000 zone and a risk of retesting $100,000, especially if large-holder dumps continue. The CME gap at $104,000 has already been filled, and further selling pressure could push price back toward six-figure support. Federal Reserve divisions over rate cuts add macro uncertainty, while trader observations underscore reliable gap closures in early November trading. In summary, Bitcoin price appears poised for prolonged consolidation, with spot Bitcoin ETF inflows failing to absorb heavy supply. Traders should monitor long-term holder activity and ETF demand as key drivers for any sustained upward movement.

Spot Bitcoin ETF inflows hit $524 million on Tuesday, marking the largest single‐day gain in a month. BlackRock’s IBIT led with $224.2 million, followed by Fidelity’s FBTC ($165.9 million). Year‐to‐date net inflows for Bitcoin ETFs have reached $60.8 billion, pushing total ETF assets to $137.8 billion, or 6.7% of BTC’s market cap. In contrast, Ethereum ETFs recorded $107.1 million in outflows, led by Grayscale’s ETHE with $75.7 million withdrawn, leaving total ETH ETF assets at $22.5 billion (5.4% of ETH’s market cap). New Solana ETFs saw $8 million inflows since launch, while HBAR and Litecoin ETFs saw no trading on Tuesday. Despite a 3% dip in BTC to $103,000, prices rebounded above $104,700 on Wednesday. Traders view the strong inflows into Bitcoin ETF products as a bullish signal that could support BTC prices toward the $108,000–$110,000 resistance zone.

The emerging altcoin Noomez ($NNZ) is gaining traction during its 28-stage presale as investors eye President Trump’s proposed “Tariff Dividend” policy, which may shift global capital toward U.S.-aligned digital assets. Currently in Stage 3 at $0.0000151 per token, Noomez offers a fixed supply of 280 billion $NNZ, with 140 billion allocated to a structured, deflationary presale. Each stage’s unsold tokens are permanently burned, while a “Noom Gauge” tracks milestone progress and triggers additional burns. Vault events at Stages 14 and 28 add USDT rewards and NFT drops, and 15% of liquidity is locked to enhance security. By comparison, major altcoins stand on mixed footing: Ethereum (ETH) trades near $3,550, up 10% year-on-year but still 29% below its all-time high, and Ripple (XRP) has surged 315% in the past year to $2.44 amid neutral sentiment. Solana (SOL) trades at $164, down 20% year-to-date with an 18% annual inflation rate. Traders seeking the next breakout are eyeing Noomez’s scarcity mechanics and transparent burn schedule as potential catalysts. Pro Tip: Monitor stage sell-out speeds—accelerating closures often foreshadow price jumps.