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Leverage Shares by Themes has expanded its single-stock leveraged ETF lineup with GEMG, the first U.S.-listed 2x leveraged ETF offering daily 2x exposure to Gemini Space Station (GEMI). Trading began on November 5, 2025, following the October 27 launches of BLSG (2x Long BLSH Daily ETF) and BMNG (2x Long BMNR Daily ETF). Each fund carries an industry-low 0.75% management fee. With these additions, Themes now offers 34 single-stock ETFs across technology, energy, consumer and financial sectors. Designed for active traders, the funds provide daily resets to amplify returns while enabling focused risk management through 2x leveraged ETF strategies.

Zama has acquired KKRT Labs, a zero-knowledge proof R&D firm backed by Vitalik Buterin, StarkWare and others. The deal accelerates Zama Protocol’s ZK rollups scalability to over 10,000 confidential transactions per second on Ethereum and Solana. KKRT Labs brings expertise in high-performance proving architectures and modular ZK rollups. The acquisition deepens Zama’s technical capabilities in blockchain scalability and privacy. It also paves the way for confidential stablecoin payments, private DeFi and on-chain asset management. Vitalik Buterin’s work on agentic AI risks and the GKR protocol underscores the critical role of secure, high-speed ZK proof systems in next-generation blockchain applications. This ZK rollups expansion positions Zama at the forefront of scalable, privacy-focused blockchain solutions.

Tether, the leading stablecoin issuer, has appointed two former HSBC metals executives—Vincent Domien and Mathew O’Neill—to fortify its gold reserves strategy. The hires will manage and expand over $12 billion in physical gold backing Tether’s stablecoins and its XAUT token, leveraging HSBC’s expertise in vault operations, spot and futures trading, and LBMA clearing. In September, Tether added approximately one metric ton of gold weekly, becoming one of the largest non-state buyers amid a rebound in gold prices driven by macroeconomic uncertainty and geopolitical risks. With a USDT market cap exceeding $183 billion, $17 billion in Q3 supply growth, and $6.5 billion in excess reserves, Tether aims to diversify stablecoin collateral, enhance liquidity and storage efficiency, and roll out new gold-backed financial instruments.

The Crypto Fear & Greed Index has plunged to 24, signaling extreme fear in the cryptocurrency market. Updated daily, the index aggregates six data points—volatility, trading volume, social media sentiment, investor surveys, Bitcoin dominance and Google search trends—to gauge overall market sentiment. A reading below 30 historically marks periods of extreme fear, often preceding market recoveries and potential buying opportunities. Traders should view the index as a contrarian indicator alongside technical analysis and fundamental research. To manage risk amid heightened volatility, consider dollar-cost averaging, portfolio diversification and clear stop-loss orders. Maintaining emotional discipline and a well-defined investment plan is crucial when sentiment swings. Monitoring the Crypto Fear & Greed Index can help identify entry points, but patience and comprehensive analysis remain essential.

US Treasury and IRS introduced Revenue Procedure 2025-31, offering a safe harbor for crypto staking in ETPs. Under the new rules, ETPs on national securities exchanges with SEC-approved disclosures can stake a single Proof-of-Stake asset and distribute staking rewards directly to investors without immediate fund-level taxation. Issuers opting for entity-level taxation can pool rewards and distribute them as cash or extra shares. ETPs must hold only cash and one PoS token, limit management to core tasks, and use third-party custodians and independent staking providers for key security. This guidance resolves previous tax risks that treated staking rewards as corporate income, clearing a major hurdle for product launches. The move follows an SEC bulletin clarifying liquid staking is not a security. Industry leaders say this tax policy will spur innovation, unlock institutional capital, and pave the way for ETH and SOL staking ETFs. Traders may see increased demand for these ETPs and heightened market activity around staking assets.

Whale Alert detected two major USDT Whale Transfers involving OKX. First, 235.66 million USDT ($236M) moved from OKX to an unknown wallet. Then, 257.06 million USDT ($257M) arrived at OKX from another unidentified address. Such large USDT Whale Transfers often signal strategic moves like accumulation, portfolio rebalancing or preparation for significant trades. The outflow suggests potential shifting to cold storage, while the inflow could presage increased buying pressure or liquidity adjustments on OKX. Traders should track USDT Whale Transfers and stablecoin flows with tools such as Whale Alert and blockchain explorers. Monitoring these movements can help anticipate market volatility, gauge sentiment and inform trading decisions, particularly in BTC and ETH. The anonymity of the wallets also highlights transparency challenges and growing institutional interest in stablecoin liquidity.

Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs recorded their third-largest weekly ETF outflows. Investors pulled a combined $2.6 billion. Ethereum spot ETFs saw $508 million withdrawn, while Bitcoin ETFs accounted for $1.9 billion. After six consecutive days of net outflows, U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted $239.9 million in inflows, suggesting strategic rotation rather than panic selling. Analysts attribute the ETF outflows to profit-taking, rising interest rates, and Fed policy uncertainty driving risk-off sentiment. These ETF outflows may pressure crypto prices. They could also reduce market liquidity. Traders should monitor ETF liquidity flows and institutional behaviors as leading indicators. Renewed Bitcoin ETF inflows may indicate short-term bullish momentum, but persistent Ethereum ETF withdrawals warn of continued volatility. Regulatory uncertainty and market consolidation further cloud the outlook.

DBS Bank and JPMorgan’s Kinexys have launched a cross-chain framework for instant tokenized deposits. The solution supports real-time settlements on both public and permissioned blockchains, reducing settlement times from days to seconds. Banks can issue, transfer and redeem JPMorgan Deposit Tokens (JPMD) on a public L2 base blockchain, converting them into DBS’s digital tokens or fiat. Tokenized deposits are fully backed by bank-held funds, offering programmable money features and regulatory oversight distinct from stablecoins. A proof-of-concept on the BaseScan Ethereum Layer 2 network showcases JPMD as a stablecoin alternative for institutional cash payments. The framework aims to standardize tokenized deposits, prevent ecosystem fragmentation and drive institutional adoption of programmable cross-border finance. Traders should monitor shifts in liquidity flows and emerging tokenization standards.

China’s National Computer Virus Emergency Response Center (CVERC) alleges that the US Department of Justice (DOJ) conducted an unlawful Bitcoin seizure of 127,272 BTC—valued at roughly $14.5 billion—from the LuBian mining pool after a December 2020 breach. Blockchain records show identical transaction fees, suggesting an automated transfer of dormant coins. On July 5, 2024, the funds moved to wallets linked to US authorities, followed by an official forfeiture in October 2024—marking the DOJ’s largest Bitcoin seizure to date. Prince Group founder Chen Zhi tried small BTC transfers to contact the hacker and recover his assets but received no reply. In October 2025, the DOJ indicted Chen Zhi, asserting all seized assets stemmed from crime. CVERC’s technical report disputes this, estimating 17,800 BTC were mined legitimately and 2,300 BTC were valid pool rewards, with the remainder held in exchanges. The report labels the incident an overreach of US jurisdiction and signals rising cross-border crypto tensions. Traders should monitor regulatory risks and potential market volatility as US-China disputes intensify.

RISE Labs has acquired BSX Labs, the team behind the BSX perpetuals DEX on the Base network, integrating a proven hybrid onchain orderbook engine that processed over $15 billion in trading volume since 2023 into its high-speed Ethereum Layer 2 platform. The acquisition fast-tracks development of fully onchain orderbooks with CEX-grade performance for spot and perpetual markets, enabling synchronous composability and deeper liquidity and strengthening onchain orderbooks as a bridge between DeFi and traditional finance. Retail brokers will access consolidated liquidity pools, asset issuers can seamlessly list spot and perpetual instruments, and traders gain best execution and new yield opportunities. BSX DEX operations will wind down over a week starting November 11, 2025; BSX token holders will receive a 1.5%-supply airdrop of RISE’s upcoming token and should close positions and withdraw assets per BSX blog instructions.

Sygnum Bank’s Future Finance survey of over 1,000 institutional investors across 43 countries shows resilience in institutional crypto exposure despite October’s $20 billion market downturn. 61% of institutions plan to increase crypto exposure, while only 4% anticipate cutting holdings. Diversification remains a key strategy for 57% of respondents, followed by short-term yield targets at 53%. Demand is rising for structured products such as tokenized money market funds, stablecoins and multi-asset ETPs, offering flexible positioning without overconcentration. Over 80% view BTC as a valid treasury reserve asset, and about 70% cite holding cash as an opportunity cost versus Bitcoin over the next five years. More than 70% of investors would boost allocations if staking within ETFs becomes available, underlining strong appetite for regulated yield products. Clarity on altcoin ETF approvals is delayed by the US government shutdown, with 16 applications pending at the SEC. Jurisdictions with clear frameworks, such as Switzerland and the EU under MiCA, continue to attract interest. High-net-worth individuals show even stronger conviction, with 91% believing crypto preserves long-term wealth amid fiat stability concerns. The survey underscores a shift from speculative trading to long-term crypto exposure, suggesting bullish momentum into 2026.

On November 11, Bitcoin price fell below $105,000 and dropped under $104,000, trading around $103,963 on Binance USDT. The decline reflects a market correction driven by shifts in investor and institutional sentiment, technical resistance tests, macroeconomic pressures and profit-taking. Traders should monitor Bitcoin price volatility through trading volume, support and resistance levels, institutional flows, regulatory developments and technical indicators. Risk mitigation strategies include dollar-cost averaging, predefined entry and exit points, stop-loss orders, diversification across crypto assets and a long-term perspective. Key support levels at $100,000 and $95,000 may attract buying interest. Historical patterns show rebounds often follow similar corrections.

Ethereum price prediction for 2025–2030 outlines conservative, moderate and bullish scenarios. Price forecasts: 2025 at $4,000–5,500, $5,500–7,000 and $7,000–9,000. For 2026, estimates range $5,000–6,500, $6,500–8,500 and $8,500–11,000. By 2028, projections span $6,000 to $15,000 under optimistic adoption. For 2030, targets sit at $8,000–12,000, $12,000–18,000 and $18,000–25,000. Key drivers include the proof-of-stake merge, DeFi and NFT ecosystem growth, major network upgrades (Ethereum 2.0, sharding, Layer-2 solutions) and rising institutional adoption, including potential ETFs. Ethereum price prediction also factors in risks: regulatory uncertainty, scalability challenges and competition from SOL and ADA. Traders can manage volatility with dollar-cost averaging, portfolio diversification and by tracking upgrade milestones and regulatory shifts.

Crypto exchange Phemex has rolled out a comprehensive rebrand, unveiling a two-candle logo with a green-to-blue gradient and geometric typography to symbolize growth, balance and precision. The overhaul extends to its trading interface, featuring modern 3D visuals, a unified icon system and streamlined layouts for faster navigation on desktop and mobile. This marks the third logo update since Phemex launched in 2019 and initiates a wider brand architecture overhaul that will introduce a unified identity system and a “house of brands” in the coming weeks. Serving over six million users, Phemex offers spot and derivatives trading, copy trading and wealth management services secured by institutional-grade protocols. Traders can expect enhanced clarity, confidence and efficiency in their trading environment as Phemex advances its full-spectrum digital-asset ecosystem.

Crypto.com and the Sui Foundation have launched an institutional SUI custody service offering compliant cold storage, transparent audit trails and regulatory-ready processes for high-net-worth and institutional clients. The service integrates end-to-end custody infrastructure with deep liquidity pools, enabling fast, cost-efficient SUI token conversions. Crypto.com Custody’s framework delivers secure cold wallets and a robust compliance structure. Sui Foundation Managing Director Christian Thompson said the partnership creates a vital on-ramp for institutions, boosting SUI custody visibility within traditional finance. Crypto.com COO Eric Anziani emphasized the solution’s strong security and lower operational costs for large portfolios. Following recent ETF and ETN filings and new enterprise on-ramps, the SUI token rose about 5% last week. Traders should watch for increased market confidence, improved liquidity and potential volatility as institutional SUI custody expands mainstream adoption.

The US Senate Agriculture Committee on November 10 unveiled a draft bill to establish clearer crypto oversight by splitting responsibilities between the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) under the Commodity Exchange Act. The proposal defines “digital commodities,” blockchain, DeFi and DAOs, and adds investor protections. It mandates joint rulemaking on margin requirements and intermediary oversight. Sections covering decentralized finance remain under negotiation, with developers seeking legal clarity. Senators John Boozman and Cory Booker co-sponsored the bill, which also addresses CFTC staffing limits and proposes industry fees for funding. Lawmakers expect committee votes by year-end and possible Senate approval by Q1 2026. Traders should monitor evolving crypto oversight rules as expanded CFTC jurisdiction could reshape compliance and trading strategies.

China’s National Computer Virus Emergency Response Center (CVERC) has accused the US government of orchestrating a state-level hack in 2020 that stole 127,000 Bitcoin (BTC) from the LuBian mining pool. The coins, worth $1.27 billion at the time, now exceed $13 billion in market value. Blockchain analytics firm Arkham Intelligence traced significant asset movements and confirmed that US authorities controlled these wallets by mid-2024. The US Department of Justice defends the seizure as a lawful action against stolen assets. Meanwhile, US agencies have ramped up efforts to target alleged crypto scam networks. Beijing’s allegations highlight rising geopolitical tensions around cross-border digital asset enforcement. Traders should watch for potential volatility in Bitcoin prices as regulatory risks intensify.

Bitdeer reported a third-quarter revenue of $169.7 million, up 174% year-on-year, beating analysts’ forecasts. Despite a swing to $43 million in adjusted EBITDA profit, the company posted a net loss of $266.7 million ($1.28 per share), deepening from a $50.1 million shortfall a year earlier. Bitdeer’s CEO skipped the earnings call as the release revealed a delay of the next-generation SEAL04 ASIC chip. Self-mining capacity reached 41.2 EH/s by October, surpassing the 40 EH/s target, and production of the SEALMINER A3 series began in earnest. Bitcoin production doubled to 1,109 BTC, and holdings rose to 2,029 BTC. The company also launched high-performance AI cloud services, generating initial revenue of $1.8 million. Management forecasts that dedicating 200 MW to AI infrastructure could drive an annualized revenue run-rate exceeding $2 billion by end-2026. Bitdeer shares plunged nearly 20% to $17.65 following the chip delay and widened loss, marking the steepest drop since February. Traders should note the execution risks in both bitcoin mining and the nascent AI pivot.

Oak Mining has launched its mobile cloud mining app, enabling traders to mine Bitcoin and Dogecoin on smartphones without hardware or setup. New users get an $18 signup bonus upon instant registration. The platform offers flexible mining plans, from $100 for two days to $8,000 for a 27-day contract, with zero management fees. Daily rewards are credited automatically in BTC, ETH, USDT, SOL, LTC, DOGE and XRP. Enterprise-grade security is ensured by McAfee and Cloudflare, while global data centers use renewable energy and guarantee 100% uptime. Oak Mining’s multi-tier referral program pays 3% commission on direct deposits and 2% on secondary referrals, with top referrers earning up to $50,000 monthly. By lowering entry barriers, this mobile cloud mining service offers transparent, scalable passive income opportunities tailored for both novice and experienced crypto traders.

Uniswap UNIfication introduces a 0.3% trading fee split: 0.25% to liquidity providers and 0.05% to protocol fees on v2 and v3 pools. All protocol fees fund UNI buybacks and burns, establishing a deflationary tokenomics model. The UNIfication plan calls for a one-time 100 million UNI burn and requires Uniswap’s Layer-2 sequencer fees to also feed into the burn mechanism. Fee-discount auctions let traders bid UNI for cheaper trades, with all bid tokens burned. Governance shifts merge Uniswap Labs and the Foundation into a single entity. Labs relinquishes interface and wallet revenues, focusing on protocol growth under a quarterly budget. New Uniswap v4 aggregator features aim to boost revenue. Analysts estimate this structure could deliver around $38 million in monthly UNI buybacks. The overhaul reshapes DeFi protocol fees and Governance, strengthening UNI’s long-term market value.

Gemini Q3 earnings fell short as the crypto exchange posted a net loss of $159.5 million ($6.67 per share), doubling analysts’ forecasts in its first report post-IPO. Despite revenue surging to $50.6 million—outpacing Coinbase’s growth—heavy marketing and IPO-related costs weighed on results. Shares slid over 8% in pre-market trading, extending declines since the September IPO. Gemini Q3 earnings also reflect gains from trading volume, staking services and a crypto rewards credit card, and CFO Dan Chen confirmed a strong balance sheet and ample liquidity. Looking ahead, Gemini plans to develop a multi-product “super app” integrating tokenized dollars, stocks and digital goods. The company has also applied to the CFTC for regulated prediction markets for sports and political events. Traders should monitor market reactions as these long-term initiatives unfold.

Mutuum Finance’s (MUTM) presale has raised $18.55 million to date, lifting its token price from $0.01 to $0.035, a 250% surge across six phases. 45.5% of the 4 billion supply is allocated to presale, with Phase 6 85% sold and a planned listing price of $0.06 offering a discount entry. The DeFi protocol is set to launch on the Sepolia Testnet in Q4 2025, featuring yield-bearing mtTokens, debt tokens, liquidity pools and automated Liquidator bots. Mutuum Finance employs a buy-and-distribute mechanism, staking revenue in a safety module. Its roadmap includes an on-demand USD-pegged stablecoin and Chainlink oracles for real-time price feeds. A 90/100 CertiK audit and a $50,000 bug bounty bolster security. Whales are accumulating, and a leaderboard gamification strategy is driving demand. Analysts forecast a 6–7x increase to $0.20–$0.25 by 2026 if milestones are met. Traders should monitor presale momentum and upcoming testnet release as bullish catalysts for Mutuum Finance.

Bitcoin Santa Rally prospects are building as historical data from Coinglass shows gains in six of the last eight Decembers, averaging 8–46%. Market sentiment, per LVRG Research, has shifted from panic selling to strategic accumulation by long-term holders ahead of the year-end asset reallocation. Expectations of Fed rate cuts and US fiscal measures—such as a $2,000 tariff bonus and a 50-year mortgage plan—are seen as fresh liquidity stimulus. SignalPlus experts warn these initiatives may drive risk asset inflows and heighten year-end volatility. Traders should track Fed announcements, trading volumes, and market sentiment for potential double-digit gains during the December Santa Rally.

The U.S. IRS released new safe-harbor tax guidance clarifying crypto staking within regulated ETFs and trusts. Under the 18-page directive, eligible funds listed on national exchanges can earn and distribute staking rewards if they hold only one digital asset type plus cash, use a qualified custodian, implement robust risk controls, follow an SEC-approved redemption liquidity mechanism, and maintain separation from independent staking providers. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the framework offers clear legal and tax structure for funds to participate in crypto staking, boosting investor benefits, spurring innovation, and reinforcing U.S. leadership in digital assets. Industry experts such as Bill Hughes of Consensys call the update a regulatory milestone, predicting it will drive wider decentralized staking participation, increase liquidity, and integrate staking rewards into mainstream crypto investment products.

Bitcoin quantum risk from advances in quantum computing could soon threaten Bitcoin’s cryptography. Analyst Willy Woo recommends storing BTC in SegWit wallets for the next seven years. SegWit wallets delay public key exposure until spending. This approach narrows the quantum attack window. Critics such as Charles Edwards warn that SegWit wallets are not truly quantum-resistant and may delay a protocol upgrade. Others dismiss the quantum computing threat as distant and overstated. Any outgoing transaction still exposes a public key, leaving funds vulnerable if quantum decryption matures early. This debate over Bitcoin quantum risk highlights the urgency of a quantum-resistant cryptography upgrade.

On November 10, 2025, the US Treasury and IRS issued Revenue Procedure 2025-31, establishing a safe harbor for crypto ETF staking. The guidance allows spot ETFs to engage in crypto ETF staking of proof-of-stake assets like ETH and SOL through qualified custodians and distribute staking rewards quarterly. Rewards are taxed as ordinary income upon distribution, preserving the commodity-style ETF structure and avoiding entity-level taxes. Issuers must hold only cash and a single digital asset, disclose staking activity and risks such as slashing, and publish transparent reward reports. Analysts project annual yields of 3–5% for Ethereum ETFs and 5–7% for Solana products, subject to network conditions. Existing ETFs have nine months to amend trust agreements and can begin staking by mid-2026. Major issuers including BlackRock and Fidelity are expected to update prospectuses to integrate staking. This change removes regulatory uncertainty, levels the playing field with direct holders, may drive capital inflows, and could influence global frameworks such as the EU’s MiCA.

Crypto ETP outflows hit $1.17 billion in the second straight week, pushing assets under management down to $207.5 billion, the lowest since mid-July. Tracking crypto ETP outflows, Bitcoin products led withdrawals with $932 million, while Ethereum ETP outflows totaled $438 million. Short Bitcoin ETPs bucked the trend, attracting $11.8 million—the largest bearish bet since May 2025. Total trading volumes remained high at $43 billion amid caution following the October 10 flash crash and Fed rate-cut uncertainty. Altcoin ETP inflows showed resilience: Solana drew $118 million last week, lifting nine-week cumulative inflows to $2.1 billion, while XRP, Hedera and Hyperliquid attracted $28 million, $27 million and $4.2 million respectively. This rotation from core products into high-growth altcoins highlights shifting trader strategies.

On November 8, Bitcoin price fell below the $102,000 support level, triggering short-term bearish sentiment amid technical resistance near $103,000–$105,000 and broader economic pressures. By November 11, intensified institutional selling and profit-taking drove Bitcoin price under $106,000, with automated sell orders pushing it to $105,954. Technical indicators now point to support around $104,000 and $103,000, while resistance remains near $108,000. Traders should monitor volume trends, key support levels, and institutional flows for reversal signals. Recommended strategies include dollar-cost averaging, setting stop-loss orders, and diversifying across digital assets to manage volatility. Although the short-term impact is bearish, such Bitcoin price corrections are common in bull markets, cleaning out weak hands and offering long-term buying opportunities.

ZKasino, a DeFi casino platform, has initiated ETH refunds to compensate users after its $33M rug pull. So far, 2,500 of the 8,000 affected addresses (35%) have received partial payouts. A second refund batch is set for next week, potentially covering up to 75% of investors. Larger withdrawals will require KYC checks and may incur interest adjustments under legal obligations. The ETH refunds process follows the collapse of ZKasino’s “bridge-to-earn” campaign, where over 10,000 wallets bridged 10,515 ETH. Deposits were converted into vested ZKAS tokens and staked on Lido without consent. In April 2024, Dutch authorities arrested a suspect, seizing about $12M in crypto, real estate and vehicles. Ongoing liquidity and legal actions will determine the final recovery. Traders should monitor refund schedules, transparency measures and on-chain asset movements for potential market impact.