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VanEck and Securitize have on-boarded their VBILL tokenized treasury fund as on-chain collateral on Aave Horizon, live since August 27, 2025. Institutions can now use VBILL tokens to secure stablecoin loans in the platform’s rapidly growing real-world assets (RWA) market, which recently surpassed $500 million in deposits and contributes to over $35 billion in on-chain RWAs industry-wide. Aave Horizon operates on the Aave v3.3 protocol, leveraging Chainlink’s NAVLink and LlamaGuard oracles for secure net asset value pricing, while Securitize plans to deploy its Trusted Single Source Oracle for additional valuation verification. Aave Labs founder Stani Kulechov highlighted the synergy between tokenized assets, NAV oracles and Aave’s infrastructure, and VanEck’s Kyle DaCruz emphasized VBILL’s safety, transparency and DeFi composability for institutional investors. CEO Carlos Domingo noted that this integration demonstrates the seamless flow of regulated assets through DeFi, underscoring a broader trend of unlocking institutional finance and advancing asset tokenization.

JPMorgan is advancing its stablecoin strategy by exploring a multi-bank collaboration to launch a new JPMorgan-backed stablecoin network. CEO Jamie Dimon confirmed at the Americas Business Forum that, while outcomes remain uncertain, the bank will build on its existing deposit coin and blockchain infrastructure. The initiative seeks to standardize regulatory compliance and interoperability across traditional banks and digital asset platforms, enabling faster, lower-cost cross-border transactions. Traders should note potential challenges in security and regulation as the project progresses. Overall, this move underscores a bullish shift towards efficient payments and broader financial inclusion in digital finance.

An appeals court has dismissed a Bitcoin lawsuit filed by Michael Prime to recover a wiped hard drive containing about 3,400 BTC. Prime, a convicted identity thief, initially told investigators in 2019 he held roughly 3,500 BTC but later claimed only $200–$1,500 in Bitcoin. Prime’s inconsistent statements in this Bitcoin lawsuit further undermined his credibility as judges cited a delayed assertion of ownership and lack of transaction records or wallet data. He did not request the drive’s return until after his 2022 release. This outcome underscores the importance of timely evidence and consistent claims in cryptocurrency disputes and sets a precedent for future lost asset cases.

Bitcoin.com has partnered with Concordium to integrate Concordium’s 1-Click Verify & Pay age verification service into the Bitcoin.com Wallet, giving over 75 million users compliant age and jurisdiction checks. The feature uses off-chain third-party verification and zero-knowledge proofs to confirm user age and location without exposing personal data or recording it on-chain. This privacy-focused age verification simplifies merchant compliance for stablecoin payments in sectors like alcohol, gambling and adult content. By leveraging Concordium’s identity-first blockchain and native CCD token, Bitcoin.com Wallet users can complete verification in a single click. The seamless process may boost user trust and accelerate merchant adoption, helping stablecoins move beyond exchanges into real-world commerce. As crypto adoption climbs — 27% of US internet users now hold wallets — this integration addresses regulatory demands without compromising anonymity and could spur broader stablecoin usage in age-restricted markets.

Chainlink CCIP has been selected by SBI Digital Markets as the exclusive solution for its global digital asset hub. Chainlink CCIP enables secure cross-chain issuance, settlement and private transfer of tokenized real-world assets and securities across public and permissioned blockchains. Its Private Transactions feature shields sensitive trade data from public mempools, while its Automated Compliance Engine enforces on-chain regulatory policies in real time. Building on Singapore’s Project Guardian, the partnership aims to deliver institutional-grade interoperability, privacy and compliance across Asia and Europe. This infrastructure addresses cost efficiency, cuts settlement times and enhances confidentiality. SBI plans to integrate CCIP and ACE to support the full lifecycle of tokenized assets, from issuance to trading.

Solana, Polygon, TON and other blockchain leaders have launched the Blockchain Payments Consortium to standardize cross-chain payments. The group will build unified technical standards and a compliance framework to streamline stablecoin transactions and boost blockchain interoperability. In 2024, on-chain payments topped $20 trillion—outpacing Visa and Mastercard—but fragmentation remains a barrier. The consortium will harmonize transaction data, compliance handshakes and settlement protocols to enable faster, secure and compliant cross-chain payments. Aligned with efforts by Coinbase, Citi and SWIFT, and driven by clearer U.S. stablecoin rules, this initiative aims to bridge public networks, regulators and traditional finance. Traders can expect improved liquidity and deeper institutional adoption, making this development broadly bullish for SOL and related tokens.

Bitcoin Hyper has raised over $26 million in its ongoing presale, including $239 000 in the past 24 hours. This layer-2 solution combines Bitcoin’s security with the Solana Virtual Machine to enable sub-second, near-zero fee BTC transactions. By batching transactions with zero-knowledge proofs and anchoring them back to Bitcoin’s mainnet, Bitcoin Hyper boosts throughput from 7 TPS to Solana-level speeds. The native HYPER token powers staking, governance, and rewards of up to 45%. Priced at $0.013225 in the presale, the token targets a potential valuation of $1.50 by 2030, assuming continued adoption. The record-breaking presale reflects strong investor confidence and positions Bitcoin Hyper as a leading solution to Bitcoin’s scalability constraints, opening the door for DeFi, NFTs, and dApps on the world’s largest crypto network.

Ethereum has slid 13% to $3,055, setting up a potential $7 billion Ethereum short squeeze. Rising short interest and improving technical indicators around the $3,000 resistance could trigger a rapid rebound above $4,100. Traders should track Ethereum short squeeze momentum for signs of a wider altcoin rally. Meanwhile, Pepenode has launched a gamified mining pre-sale on Ethereum. Users buy and upgrade virtual miner nodes in a play-to-earn model. They mine meme coins like PEPE, PART and FART without hardware or high electricity costs. Pepenode tokens start at $0.0011363 with tiered price increases and staking bonuses. The project runs on an energy-efficient PoS consensus with 99.95% lower power consumption. Pepenode targets a Q4 2025/Q1 2026 token generation event and exchange listings. Funds will support game upgrades, node expansion and meme-coin partnerships. Analysts project a 982% ROI by 2030, aiming for $0.0123 per token. Crypto traders should watch Ethereum’s short squeeze setup and Pepenode pre-sale dynamics to gauge market sentiment and trading opportunities.

Crypto trading app Fomo has closed a $17 million Series A round led by Benchmark, with participation from around 200 angel investors, including Polygon Labs CEO Marc Boiron, Solana co-founder Raj Gokal and former Coinbase CTO Balaji Srinivasan. Launched in May, Fomo uses Apple Pay for instant account setup, supports cross-chain trading of millions of digital assets, charges a 0.5% trading fee with no gas costs and features built-in social tools to follow and mirror strategies. The new funding will drive platform enhancements—expanding crypto offerings, strengthening security and compliance, optimizing mobile UI, adding advanced trading features, enriching educational resources and extending customer support. Fomo also plans to hire across engineering, marketing and compliance teams and roll out regular updates to boost stability and performance. Despite regulatory uncertainty and growing competition, this capital injection validates Fomo’s user-friendly approach and positions the app for rapid growth.

Tron founder Justin Sun has moved 45,000 ETH (≈$154.5M) from AAVE to Lido, staking it as stETH. On-chain data from Arkham Intelligence and Nansen show his public wallet holds $2.57B in crypto: 2.4B TRX ($702.2M), $483.7M in stETH, $400M USDT and various AAVE and WLFI tokens. This ETH staking action, part of an internal wallet restructure, briefly pushed his ETH holdings to $534M, surpassing his $519M TRX balance. Traders interpret this shift from lending to staking as a long-term bullish signal for Ethereum, especially after ETH fell from $4,100 to $3,400. The move follows his July transfer of 50,600 ETH to Binance during a whale accumulation phase. ETH staking reduces circulating supply and highlights confidence in Ethereum’s network security and yield prospects.

SACHI, a Web3 social casino built on Unreal Engine 5, will host its token generation event (TGE) on Solana on November 18, 2025 to launch the $SACHI token. The SACHI token powers governance, access tiers, and community rewards within a three-tier economy alongside Coins and Gems. Pixel streaming delivers AAA-quality cloud games instantly across devices with no downloads or wallets. Solana’s low fees, high throughput, and gaming ecosystem enable seamless in-game transactions and frictionless play. Post-TGE, SACHI will add new game modes, seasonal challenges, and collaborations to drive user engagement and long-term growth. Traders should monitor $SACHI token liquidity, SOL liquidity, and market response ahead of the launch.

Canada’s Department of Finance, in its 2025 federal budget, has proposed the country’s first national regulation framework for fiat-backed stablecoins. The plan mandates issuers to hold full asset reserves, establish clear redemption policies, and adopt robust risk management, data protection and privacy safeguards. To oversee implementation, the Bank of Canada will allocate CAD 10 million from 2026–27, plus recoup CAD 5 million annually via Retail Payment Activities Act license fees. Stablecoins now account for nearly 30% of global crypto transactions, with on-chain volumes exceeding USD 4 trillion—led by USDT and USDC. Canada’s framework mirrors the US GENIUS Act and EU MiCA, aligning with global digital asset policy. Industry leaders expect this stablecoin regulation to enhance financial stability, safeguard consumer funds and support private-sector innovation from projects like Shopify-backed Tetra Digital and Western Union’s Solana-based tokens. Experts warn that past events—such as the TerraUSD collapse, major DeFi exploits and USDe depegging—underscore collateralization and systemic risks. The stablecoin regulation is viewed as bullish for market confidence and broader adoption.

Monad mainnet launch is scheduled for Nov. 24 at 9 a.m. ET, marking the MON token generation and direct airdrop to users who completed the Nov. 3 claim process. The MON token will list on Kraken at launch, with Phantom and Backpack wallets on board and trading enabled via Uniswap and Wormhole. The EVM-compatible Layer-1 chain offers up to 10,000 TPS and 1-second finality through parallel execution and superscalar pipelining. Key dApps such as Uniswap, Magic Eden, OpenSea, Molandaks and Alloca will be live at launch. The project has raised $244 million, led by Paradigm’s $225 million Series A, with backing from Electric Capital, Coinbase Ventures and others. Eligible participants span DeFi power users on Uniswap, lenders on Aave and Euler, meme-coin issuers, long-term NFT holders and DAO governors. Traders should track MON token liquidity, trading volume and market sentiment, as pre-launch activity shows cautious positioning.

MetaPlanet has resumed its Bitcoin treasury buying after a one-month pause by securing a $100 million loan collateralized with just 3% of its 30,823 BTC holdings. This financing comes from a $500 million open-ended credit facility launched on October 28, offering flexible repayment terms and supporting both share buybacks and further BTC accumulation. The loan will fund revenue-generating projects, including cash-collateralised Bitcoin options, and bolster the company’s market-based net asset value through a ¥75 billion share repurchase programme. In Q3 2025, MetaPlanet’s Bitcoin treasury strategy delivered $18.6 million in options revenue, a 3.5× year-on-year increase. With a 497% year-to-date return and plans to raise $1.4 billion via equity to reach 210,000 BTC by 2027, MetaPlanet’s disciplined approach mirrors peers like Hyperscale Data Inc. Traders should watch how renewed corporate demand may underpin Bitcoin prices and market sentiment.

Cryptocurrency exchange OKX has launched USDT-settled perpetual futures for privacy-focused assets DASH (DASHUSDT) and ZEC (ZECUSDT) on November 6, 2025. The new OKX perpetual futures offer leverage from 0.01x to 50x with USDT collateral, a 0.01 tick size and funding rates capped at ±1.5%. Contracts trade 24/7 with no expiry and pricing based on one DASH or ZEC’s USDT equivalent. Fees are charged every four hours—adjusting to hourly when thresholds are met. This launch expands OKX’s derivatives suite, attracts institutional and retail demand, and aims to boost liquidity for DASH and ZEC. Detailed contract specs, price index methodology and risk controls are available in OKX’s documentation. Traders should apply strict risk management, including stop-loss orders, to mitigate high-leverage liquidation risks.

Binance will temporarily suspend ZIL deposits and withdrawals on November 17, 2025 from 09:18 UTC to support the Zilliqa network upgrade and hard fork at block 13,514,400 (around 10:18 UTC). Spot trading of ZIL remains unaffected. Binance’s technical team will coordinate the update and reopen deposit and withdrawal services once network stability is confirmed, with notifications via official channels. The Zilliqa upgrade aims to strengthen security, boost transaction speeds, lower gas fees and introduce new protocol features on this high-performance Layer-1 blockchain. Traders should complete urgent ZIL transfers in advance, monitor Binance announcements and consider diversifying holdings ahead of the maintenance window.

Elon Musk’s “It’s time” post on X drove Dogecoin social mentions to multi-day highs, yet the price held steady at $0.16. On-chain metrics remained muted: daily active addresses hovered at 37,700 and transaction volume dipped to $125 million. Dogecoin futures open interest slid to $690 million despite slightly positive funding rates of 0.16%, indicating cautious trader sentiment. Whale transfers above $1 million were scarce. Technicals show an RSI near 30, signaling oversold conditions and a potential short-term rebound. However, without new catalysts or broad market support, sustained momentum appears unlikely.

On November 6, the 1inch team’s investment fund moved $5 million USDC to Binance. This stablecoin injection propelled the 1INCH token from $0.152 to a peak of $0.196—over a 29% surge within eight hours, briefly topping $0.20. It’s the fund’s third intervention, following previous buy-low, sell-high moves at $0.24/$0.53 and $0.25/$0.28. The influx boosted trading volume and short-term bullish momentum for 1INCH. However, historical profit-taking patterns may lead to sharp corrections. Traders should watch for follow-on orders, rebalancing moves, and broader market trends to manage risk.

Apple has struck a $1 billion annual deal to license Google’s 1.2 trillion-parameter Gemini AI model for a major Siri upgrade codenamed Glenwood. The integration will power advanced planning, summarization and context-aware features on Apple’s Private Cloud Compute servers, protecting user privacy. The Siri upgrade is set to ship in iOS 26.4 next spring, after Apple evaluated alternatives including OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Anthropic’s Claude. Market reaction was positive: Apple shares rose nearly 1% and Alphabet gained over 3%. The partnership follows a French probe into Siri’s data-handling practices amid unauthorized recording concerns. Analysts view the Google Gemini integration as a stopgap until Apple’s own AI matures. Crypto traders should note that while this deal focuses on AI, it may influence tech-sector sentiment and risk-on flows across digital assets.

Major US banks, led by the Bank Policy Institute (BPI) and the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA), have petitioned the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to reject crypto trust charters sought by platforms such as Coinbase, Ripple, Circle and Paxos. They argue that these charters grant bank-like legitimacy while allowing firms to sidestep lending, deposit and capital reserve rules. Banks warn high-yield stablecoins like USDC, offering around 3.85%, mimic deposit interest and risk drawing funds away from insured institutions. They urge the OCC to consider the impact on traditional banks and market stability. The OCC maintains that approving trust charters brings nonbank firms under federal oversight. This dispute unfolds after the Genius Act, which bans stablecoin issuers from paying interest, and amid broader regulatory easing. Traders should watch the next OCC decision on crypto trust charters. Its outcome will shape stablecoin regulation and impact the stability of the US financial system.

Ethereum Fusaka upgrade, scheduled for early December 2024, merges Dencun-based Fulu and Osaka enhancements and introduces PeerDAS distributed blob storage to expand blob capacity by over 400% and reduce node storage needs by up to 87.5%. Confirmed by Bitmine on November 12 after successful Holesky, Sepolia and Hoodi testnet trials, it lowers Layer-2 transaction fees for rollups like Arbitrum and Optimism, enables near-zero cost transactions and up to 2.4 million daily settlements. Supported by core developers including Vitalik Buterin, the upgrade aims to boost rollup scalability, maintain decentralization and deliver faster confirmations. Crypto traders should monitor post-upgrade ETH network usage, Layer-2 fee trends and potential volatility to position for bullish momentum.

Apeing presale introduces a structured, audit-first meme coin launch with an email whitelist for early entry. The project enforces security and transparency through third-party audits and official channels. Meanwhile, on-chain data reveals over 3 billion DOGE (approx. $520 million) sold by whales in 30 days, applying bearish pressure despite Elon Musk’s ongoing support. In contrast, Shiba Inu (SHIB) charts show a breakout from accumulation, with analysts projecting a potential 200% rally to $0.000032 and even up to 700% gains if momentum holds. Apeing presale aims to give degens clear rails and scam protection. Dogecoin’s whale sell-off signals late-cycle risk in established memes, while SHIB’s technical setup offers traders high-beta opportunities. Crypto traders should weigh the structured Apeing presale entry, monitor DOGE distribution trends, and consider SHIB’s leverage-driven volatility. Overall, the mixed signals suggest a neutral outlook as markets balance new presale excitement, whale selling, and meme coin momentum.

Analysts at QCP Capital caution that the recent crypto rebound may be short-lived amid persistent macroeconomic risks. The recovery, driven by the U.S. Senate’s approval of legislation to end the government shutdown, sparked gains across crypto, gold and equities. However, QCP highlights lingering threats: ongoing policy “kick-the-can” tactics, U.S.-China tariff tensions and credit market volatility. Bitcoin is trading around $102,600, down nearly 1% in 24 hours and over 10.5% in the past month. CryptoQuant data shows Bitcoin’s growth rate fell from 16.75% on October 1 to 6.60% by November 10. Bitget chief analyst Ryan Lee attributes recent dips to risk-off sentiment, cooling AI trades and profit-taking. QCP notes that private economic indicators, such as the NFIB Small Business Index, continue to inform Fed policy-making despite the shutdown. Upcoming inflation data could set the market tone for the remainder of 2025. A potential Fed rate cut and a weaker dollar may bolster liquidity and risk appetite, helping Bitcoin close the fourth quarter on a positive note. Meanwhile, SynFutures CEO Rachel Lin warns of heightened intraday volatility amid institutional accumulation and headline-driven shocks.

Toyota battery plant in Liberty, North Carolina, has begun production. The $13.9 billion facility is Toyota’s first in-house battery plant outside Japan. It will supply cells for hybrid vehicles and electric vehicles. This onshore battery production aligns with U.S. efforts to boost domestic manufacturing. The plant creates over 5,100 jobs in Randolph County. Toyota commands more than 51% of the U.S. hybrid market. Sales are up 9.9% year-to-date, totaling 1.3 million vehicles through Q3. Toyota also pledged an additional $10 billion to U.S. operations over five years. The Toyota battery plant strengthens domestic supply chains and supports federal clean energy and economic growth.

Ethena’s TVL surged to an all-time high of $13.88 billion with a one-day inflow of $151 million and a 7.2% APY, boosting on-chain activity to 32,000 participants and higher transaction volumes. However, heavy selling—$5.4 million into centralized exchanges and a negative funding rate—drove the ENA price down 3.3% daily. Between October 11 and November 12, Ethena recorded $5.72 billion in net outflows, cutting TVL to $8.58 billion and slashing ENA’s price by 10%. On-chain metrics weakened: transactions fell to 24,500 and daily protocol revenue plunged from $109,462 in Q3 to $1,817. A $4.56 million token unlock on November 8 and a daily S3 airdrop of $149,858 added selling pressure. Net USD inflows turned negative $46 million with $569,000 in spot outflows from exchanges. CEO Maria Carola warns that inflation and Fed policy uncertainty may keep high-beta assets under pressure. Traders should watch exchange flows, funding rates, token unlocks, and airdrop distributions for signs of recovery or further decline.

Amid XRP’s price hovering near $2, XRP holders are increasingly depositing funds into LeanHash, a cloud computing protocol that distributes daily yields from blockchain clearing traffic. Official data shows premium users can earn over 8,700 XRP daily without hardware maintenance. LeanHash’s model positions XRP as a value-capturing layer in the Ripple ecosystem, beyond its role as a payment medium. With global computing centers in 70+ regions, 100% renewable energy, bank-grade security, and UK compliance, LeanHash offers stable contracts and transparent fees. Sample returns range from a 7% gain over two days on a $100 contract to a 115% return over 45 days on a $12,000 investment. As institutional liquidity flows in and XRP ETFs approach, LeanHash could emerge as a key on-chain yield engine in blockchain finance.

Diaman Partners’ latest analysis shows Bitcoin’s historical four-year halving cycle has weakened. By applying the Diaman Ratio, researchers found no bubble-phase growth (ratio >1) in the 2021–2024 cycle, aside from a brief spike around US spot ETF approvals. Annual volatility has plunged from over 140% in Bitcoin’s early years to around 50% today. Correspondingly, one-year rolling returns have declined and flattened over the past three years, and four-year average returns trend downward as market cap expands. Despite lower peaks and smoother returns, Bitcoin’s network still generated record wealth per cycle. The approval and rapid growth of US spot Bitcoin ETFs—led by BlackRock’s IBIT hitting $100 billion in assets under management in under three years—has reshaped Bitcoin’s risk-return profile. Future cycles may forgo dramatic crypto winters and exponential rallies in favor of more stable price swings.

NH NongHyup Bank has launched a proof-of-concept Avalanche stablecoin pilot to process value-added tax (VAT) refunds. Developed with Avalanche, Fireblocks, Mastercard and Worldpay, the trial uses simulated transactions to test technical feasibility without real customer funds. The Avalanche stablecoin leverages blockchain’s high transaction speed and low costs to reduce settlement times and operational fees. It also enhances security and transparency across the payments process. Key advantages include faster VAT refund processing, improved auditability and potential cost savings. However, regulatory compliance and integration with legacy banking systems remain major hurdles. If successful, this stablecoin experiment could drive broader blockchain integration in financial services and set a precedent for other banks. Market observers view the initiative as a bullish sign for institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies and stablecoins in mainstream banking. Yet, the timeline for public rollout depends on pilot outcomes and regulatory approvals.

IBM announced two new quantum computing processors, Nighthawk and Loon, at its annual Quantum Developer Conference in New York. Nighthawk offers 30% more complex circuits with low error rates, while Loon integrates core hardware for fault-tolerant quantum computing. IBM has accelerated its error-correction system tenfold and now targets quantum advantage by 2026 and fully fault-tolerant systems by 2029. Production doubled after moving to a 300 mm wafer facility. In the cryptocurrency market, these advances heighten concerns over quantum computing breaking Bitcoin’s proof-of-work encryption. Experts recommend migrating to post-quantum encryption and using SegWit-compatible addresses to defend against “harvest now, decrypt later” attacks. Traders should monitor IBM’s quantum computing progress and emerging quantum-resistant solutions for potential impacts on market security and dynamics.