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Strive, backed by entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, executed a major Bitcoin buy, acquiring 1,567 BTC for $162 million at an average price of $103,315 each. This Bitcoin buy lifts its total holdings to 7,525 BTC, placing Strive among the top 15 global corporate holders. The purchase was funded through an oversubscribed Nasdaq listing of SATA preferred shares. This non-dilutive, perpetual preferred equity model—dubbed the “Bitcoin amplification toggle”—offers a 12% variable monthly dividend classified as a return of capital, potentially providing tax efficiencies. Strive also appointed a new chief investment officer to oversee its Bitcoin treasury strategy and approved governance changes to expand board oversight. Vivek Ramaswamy increased his equity stake, underlining leadership alignment with the company’s Bitcoin accumulation plan. This move underscores growing institutional adoption and introduces an innovative financing model for building crypto exposure.

Whale Alert flagged a 59,999 ETH transfer on November 5 and again on November 11 from Binance to an unknown wallet, moving roughly $210–214 million. This ETH transfer removes significant liquidity from the exchange and may tighten supply, reducing selling pressure. Large ETH transfers often signal institutional accumulation, DeFi deployment or staking preparation. Similar whale movements have historically preceded Ethereum price rallies. Traders should monitor exchange balances, on-chain metrics and upcoming wallet activity to assess potential price momentum. The continued outflow highlights growing institutional confidence in ETH and a bullish shift in market sentiment.

Whale purchases of HYPER tokens have pushed the Bitcoin Hyper presale past $27 million. Three major buys totalling $307,000 highlight growing demand for the Layer-2 solution. Bitcoin Hyper uses a non-custodial Canonical Bridge to lock BTC and mint wrapped BTC on its Solana VM-compatible network. It delivers near-instant, low-fee transfers and supports Solana-style smart contracts. Security relies on zero-knowledge proofs and batch settlement on Bitcoin’s base layer. The current presale price is $0.013255, with staking incentives offering up to 43% APY. Tokenomics allocate 30% to development and 20% to marketing, reflecting active project progress. With Bitcoin trading below fair value against gold and testing $100K support, traders are seeking high-upside Layer-2 presales. Whale accumulation and strong grassroots interest signal bullish sentiment for HYPER ahead of listing. Traders should monitor staking yields and upcoming token unlocks.

WEFT Token 2.0 launches its $1M token sale on November 11, 2025, offering a 15% discount to new investors. Hosted by Curacao-licensed iGaming platform WEISS BET, the token sale invites users to join over 10,000 existing holders and leverages Play2Earn and Hold2Earn mechanics. Currently, more than 7.7 million WEFT tokens are staked, while monthly rakeback rewards total around 600,000 WEFT. Traders should monitor WEFT Token liquidity and staking yields, as the sale could drive significant trading volume and price momentum. With no-KYC access, crypto payments, and over 7,000 games from 70 providers, WEISS BET further strengthens token utility and ecosystem growth.

Former President Donald Trump proposed a $2,000 tariff dividend funded by U.S. tariffs, aiming to return trade revenues to around 85% of Americans. He announced the tariff dividend plan on Truth Social, drawing parallels to 2020 pandemic-era stimulus checks. Implementation hinges on a pending Supreme Court decision on presidential tariff powers, with Kalshi and Polymarket assigning only 20–23% odds of approval. Digital asset markets reacted swiftly: Bitcoin jumped from $102,000 to $106,000 as investors anticipated fresh liquidity. Analyst Anthony Pompliano noted that “stocks and Bitcoin only know to go higher in response to stimulus.” If upheld, the tariff dividend could inject billions and drive another wave of Bitcoin buying, potentially echoing the 1,500% gains seen after 2020 relief checks. Traders should track the court ruling and inflation trends, as legal uncertainty may spur volatility but also fuel long-term demand for Bitcoin as an inflation hedge.

Bitcoin ETF inflows have stalled at just $1.2 million despite growing optimism over an imminent end to the U.S. government shutdown. Data from Farside Investors show flat spot Bitcoin ETF inflows, while the S&P 500 and gold rebounded after Senate funding approval. BlackRock remains the only issuer with positive year-to-date ETF inflows of $28.1 billion. Peers saw outflows, Ethereum ETFs held steady, and Solana ETFs logged $6.8 million in inflows for a tenth consecutive day. Analysts describe the slowdown as a mid-cycle consolidation rather than a bear-market reversal. With 72% of Bitcoin supply still profitable at $100,000, traders should track Bitcoin ETF inflows and broader risk-asset demand for signals of a sustained market recovery.

XRP has formed a cup-and-handle pattern signaling a potential breakout to $5 by late 2025. Analysts note that a break above the handle’s resistance often triggers gains matching the cup’s depth. On-chain data from CryptoQuant shows the 90-day spot taker CVD has turned buy-dominant for the first time since June, echoing mid-2025’s 75% rally. Spot XRP ETF optimism has surged after a US Senate funding resolution, with 11 ETF proposals from issuers like 21Shares, ProShares and Franklin Templeton listed on DTCC. These catalysts combine technical, regulatory and on-chain momentum. Traders should watch for the XRP breakout confirmation and ETF developments for potential trading opportunities.

In 2025, Ripple XRP invested over $4 billion in strategic acquisitions—$1.3 billion for prime broker Hidden Road and $1 billion for treasury-management leader GTreasury—and secured $500 million in fresh funding, lifting its valuation to $40 billion. The firm aims to embed its XRP Ledger and blockchain tools into legacy banking systems to enable faster, cheaper cross-border payments without a full infrastructure overhaul. Major banks such as Bank of America, Citigroup and JPMorgan are piloting stablecoin and token initiatives amid U.S. regulatory easing, reflecting growing institutional interest. As Ripple expands its Ripple Prime offering and positions itself as a SWIFT rival, traders should watch integration milestones, XRP liquidity flows and regulatory updates as potential price triggers.

Transak, a cryptocurrency payment provider, has expanded its Money Transmitter Licenses (MTLs) to 11 US states, adding approvals in Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, South Carolina, Vermont and Pennsylvania to its initial Alabama license. These stablecoin licenses enable direct fiat-to-crypto conversions and USD stablecoin payment processing under state supervision, bypassing third-party intermediaries. Transak also launched wire transfers for on-ramping and plans to add ACH payments soon. With 19 more state applications pending, the firm aims for full nationwide coverage within 12–18 months. This state-by-state strategy contrasts with the EU’s single-license MiCA passport framework. By streamlining regulatory compliance, Transak positions itself to scale stablecoin payments and prepare for upcoming federal stablecoin legislation.

An Argentine federal judge has ordered an indefinite freeze on over $100 million in LIBRA memecoin assets linked to President Javier Milei. The ruling targets three individuals, including U.S. investor Hayden Davis, and crypto operators Orlando Mellino and Favio Rodriguez, on suspicion of money laundering. Prosecutors allege Davis transferred $507,500 via the Bitget exchange just 42 minutes after Milei posted a selfie with him on January 30. The National Securities Commission has been instructed to extend the LIBRA memecoin freeze across all local trading platforms. This follows Circle’s May freeze of $57 million in USDC tied to the LIBRA team. Traders should monitor potential liquidity strains, heightened regulatory scrutiny of memecoins and shifts in market sentiment as the investigation unfolds.

Solana (SOL) dropped 3.1% in 24 hours, sliding from $169.54 to $164.30. The Solana price broke the critical $163.85 support level amid a 58% surge in trading volume. Volatility rose to 4.9%, with a daily range of $8.06. Multiple failed attempts to reclaim the $170.50 resistance confirmed mounting sell-off pressure. Technical indicators, including RSI and volume trends, point to waning buyer strength. Traders now watch the $163.50 demand zone. A sustained break here could push SOL toward the $160 psychological mark. Short-term bearish momentum dominates, with downside risks intact absent fresh catalysts.

Bitcoin demand reached a four-month high on November 11, as Capriole Investments’ Apparent Demand metric rose to 5,251 BTC. Spot trading volume climbed 23% week-on-week to $14.1 billion, reflecting stronger investor engagement. Market drivers include the end of the US government shutdown, Trump’s $2,000 tariff dividend plan, and expectations of a December Fed rate cut. From a technical perspective, Bitcoin closed above its 50-week moving average, with traders eyeing $108K–$110K as a key consolidation zone and $110K as critical resistance-turned-support. Swissblock highlights reduced selling pressure and early bullish reversal signals around these levels. MN Capital’s Michael van de Poppe forecasts that a sustained breakout above $110K could propel Bitcoin toward its all-time high near $126K, while failure to reclaim this pivot may increase downside risk. Overall, improved Bitcoin demand and favorable macroeconomic factors point to a potential bullish shift. Traders should monitor daily trading volumes, institutional flows, and regulatory updates to assess trend strength and market stability.

Eleven legacy crypto projects defied the market downturn with an average 62% gain over 30 days. Privacy-focused tokens led the charge: ZEC soared 151% on high-profile endorsements, trust fund openings and a major halving, while DASH and XMR jumped over 100% and 44% after technical enhancements and DEX integration. Infrastructure and Web3 platforms also outperformed. ICP climbed 111% following DFINITY’s AI-powered Caffeine release, and FIL rose 52% on DePIN and AI storage narratives with new services and fee optimizations. DeFi names saw boosts from governance and tokenomics reforms: UNI gained 44% after a token burn proposal and ZKsync (ZK) added 40% post economic model revamp and ZK Stack upgrade. Layer-1 chains NEAR and NEO posted 21% and 16% gains on staking, cross-chain tools and MEV protections. Arweave (AR) and Starknet (STRK) delivered 30–50% growth fueled by AI demand and advanced ZK proofs. This rally highlights how technical upgrades, token burns and renewed investor interest can drive a legacy crypto projects breakout.

Bitcoin resistance at $107K has held firm after a late rally stalled at $107,465 and formed a potential double-top pattern. A significant CME futures gap near $104K now marks the next critical support level. If Bitcoin breaks below this CME futures gap, traders could see tests of $100K and the $90K–$93K zone. Experts including Ted Pillows and Daan Crypto Trades warn bears remain in control until Bitcoin reclaims $107K resistance. Michael van de Poppe recommends watching the $103K–$105K range for a potential double-bottom bounce. QCP Capital adds that fresh gains above $118K may trigger OG selling pressure from long-term holders, keeping the medium-term outlook range-bound pending macro tailwinds and ETF inflows.

Privacy coins are regaining relevance as governments and central banks develop traceable digital currencies. Over decades, credit cards and anti-money laundering rules have turned money into a data source and enabled monitoring actions like Canada’s protest crackdowns and Georgia’s NGO fund freezes. Proposed central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) risk extending real-time surveillance to every transaction. Privacy coins such as Monero (XMR) and Zcash (ZEC) restore untraceable, permissionless exchanges. For crypto traders, understanding privacy coins is vital: they safeguard transactional freedom, offer censorship resistance, and may outperform regulated digital currencies in markets prioritizing financial privacy.

Tapbit anniversary on November 17, 2025 marks four years of operation. The crypto exchange launches a global #TAPBITTURNS4 campaign featuring permanent zero-fee spot trading on select token pairs to reduce costs and boost liquidity. Traders can compete in tournaments, referral contests and lucky draws to win over $1 million in luxury prizes, including Mercedes-Benz models, Rolex watches and Apple devices. A global AMA series with industry leaders and blockchain experts will discuss market trends. All trading fees generated during the anniversary week will be donated to welfare homes and elderly care institutions. Founded in 2021, Tapbit serves 500,000+ users across 200+ regions. It records daily spot volumes of $3.84 billion and futures volumes of $53.65 billion, with zero security incidents. Backed by a $50 million insurance fund and bank-grade SSL encryption, Tapbit holds U.S. NFA and SVGFSA licenses. The platform supports 800 cryptocurrencies, 42 fiat currencies and offers up to 150× leverage on 130 perpetual futures contracts. Advanced features such as auto stop-loss, one-click copy trading, smart trading bots, demo mode and a millisecond matching engine enhance user experience. Looking ahead, Tapbit plans AI-powered strategies, Web3 integration and DeFi derivatives to drive innovation and user-centric growth.

Tether now operates like a private, dollar-denominated central bank. It holds $181.2 billion in reserves against $174.5 billion in USDT liabilities, leaving $6.8 billion in excess reserves. High interest rates generated over $10 billion in interest income in 2025. Tether allocates assets to short-term US Treasuries, reverse repos, gold and Bitcoin. It mints and redeems USDT on demand, freezes sanctioned addresses, chooses supported blockchains and allocates up to 15% of profits to BTC—actions that mirror open market operations and reserve management. However, Tether lacks a public mandate, sovereign backstop and full audits, relying on quarterly attestations. Traders should monitor reserve composition, interest income, redemption flows, audit progress and the planned USAT token to assess future impacts on USDT liquidity, stablecoin market stability and broader demand for Treasuries and risk assets.

Hedera Hashgraph data is now available as public datasets on Google BigQuery. This integration, led by the Hedera Foundation, Ariane Labs and Hashgraph engineers, uses open-source ETL pipelines. Traders and enterprises can query the full Hedera ledger history alongside Bitcoin, Ethereum, Polygon, Avalanche, Polkadot and Tron without building in-house infrastructure. The unified on-chain analytics support NFT tracking, DeFi and tokenized asset research, transaction volumes, network performance, cost analysis, ESG metrics and supply-chain use cases. Since Google Cloud joined the Hedera Governing Council in 2020, this deeper collaboration enhances data transparency and usability. Following the launch, HBAR rose about 4% to $0.188 on a volume surge. Bullish signals, including a 4-hour RSI of 63 and a MACD crossover, plus the approved spot HBAR ETF, may spur further upside. Crypto traders can leverage these query-ready datasets for real-time market insights and comparative analytics.

NFT and memecoin markets rebound as risk sentiment improves and traders return to high-risk assets. Global NFT market cap rose 12% week-on-week to $3.9 billion, while memecoin valuation climbed 11% to $52 billion. Blue-chip NFTs led the rally: CryptoPunks +22.8%, Mutant Ape Yacht Club +36.5%, Milady Maker +80%. By contrast, BAYC, Pudgy Penguins and Moonbirds saw muted trading. Top NFT blockchains outperformed: BNB Chain +53%, Flow +43%, Polygon +9.3%. The memecoin rally was broad-based. DOGE +8.7%, SHIB +10.4%, PEPE +7%, BONK +11.8%, Dogwifhat +14.2% and Trumpcoin +14.2%. Renewed speculative demand and improved market liquidity point to a bullish short-term outlook. Traders should monitor trading volumes, on-chain metrics and macro catalysts to gauge the sustainability of this rebound.

BitMine Immersion, the world’s second-largest crypto reserve firm, increased its Ethereum reserves to 3.5057 million ETH—about 2.9% of total supply—by acquiring 110,288 ETH last week, a 34% weekly rise. At current prices, its ETH holdings are worth $12.4 billion. With an average cost basis of $4,020 per ETH, BitMine’s total outlay exceeds $14 billion, resulting in a $1.66 billion unrealized loss. Despite this paper loss amid recent price pullbacks, the continued boost in Ethereum reserves underscores strong institutional confidence. Other crypto treasury stocks have seen market value declines, indicating mixed sentiment across the sector. Traders should monitor potential supply tightening and price volatility as BitMine expands its ETH holdings.

Whale Deposits 1.71M UNI to Binance, incurring a $1.45M unrealized loss on Uniswap holdings built up since February. This large UNI transfer signals mounting sell pressure. Traders should monitor on-chain flows and Binance order books for potential UNI price action and shifts in market sentiment. Past whale inflows to exchanges often precede price declines, indicating short-term bearish momentum for UNI.

Rothschild Investment and PNC Financial Services have upped stakes in the Volatility Shares Solana ETF (SOLZ), collectively acquiring 6,000 shares valued at about $132,720. This disclosure forms part of a broader trend seeing $336 million flow into Solana ETF products, notably the Bitwise Solana Staking ETF (BSOL) ($323M inflows) and the Grayscale Solana ETF (GSOL). In response, SOL’s price rallied nearly 5% to $167 as spot volume surged 55% and futures open interest rose 3% to $7.8 billion across CME and Binance. On-chain data highlights key support at $147.49, with technical indicators like the TD Sequential reinforcing a bullish outlook. Growing institutional allocations underscore confidence in Solana’s DeFi ecosystem and may sustain upward price momentum.

Warren Buffett has announced his retirement as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway at year-end, naming Greg Abel as his successor. His final shareholder letter criticizes executive pay culture and reaffirms a long-term value investing philosophy, contrasting it with speculative trends like cryptocurrencies. Buffett also outlines an accelerated philanthropic plan, donating $1.3 billion in Class B shares to family foundations. He warns against appointing leaders driven by wealth or legacy, praising Abel’s risk management expertise. Notably, Berkshire holds a $1.2 billion stake in Nu Holdings, a crypto-friendly Brazilian bank, signaling cautious engagement in digital finance. For traders, the smooth leadership transition, continued value investing commitment, and governance focus suggest stability, with limited immediate impact on crypto markets.

Square has introduced a new POS integration enabling over four million merchants to accept Bitcoin payments directly at checkout with zero fees until 2027. The opt-in feature supports Bitcoin-to-Bitcoin, Bitcoin-to-fiat, and fiat-to-Bitcoin conversions, allowing merchants to settle in BTC or fiat via the Square dashboard. Online and invoicing payment options are coming soon. After the fee-free period, transactions will incur a competitive 1% fee—below typical credit card rates. By removing cost barriers and leveraging its existing POS integration, Square aims to drive crypto adoption, streamline merchant onboarding, and boost Bitcoin payments in everyday commerce.

Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) has proposed new crypto custody regulation requiring all companies providing trading or custodial services to register or notify authorities before operating. This crypto custody regulation aims to close legal gaps that previously allowed vendors to operate without formal oversight. Exchanges will be limited to partnering with registered custodians, ensuring standardized security practices, incident reporting, and clear accountability. The move follows the 2024 DMM Bitcoin hack, in which 48 billion yen was lost due to a vulnerability at third‐party custodian Ginco. The FSA plans to submit amendments to the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act during the 2026 Diet session, allowing industry consultation on compliance costs that may burden smaller firms. Regulators argue the measures will enhance customer protection, market integrity, and long‐term confidence. In parallel, Japan is advancing regulated stablecoin development, having approved JPYC, the first yen‐pegged token, and backing pilot projects from MUFG, SMBC and Mizuho.

An ETH whale has ramped up its leveraged position by borrowing a total of $190 million USDT against 109,575.56 ETH collateral on Aave. The ETH whale withdrew 75,417.43 ETH (≈$267 million) from Binance in two tranches at average prices of $3,532 and $3,573 per ETH. This consolidated move signals strong bullish conviction and potential margin longs. Crypto traders should monitor funding rates, liquidity dynamics, and price action around the $3,600–$3,700 range. The average long price stands at $3,573. This whale activity may drive short-term volatility and influence funding rate fluctuations.

Dogecoin developer Mishaboar cautions traders that no individual or organization can officially represent the fully decentralized Dogecoin (DOGE). He warns against so-called “official” products—such as DOGE treasuries, ETFs and loan programs—that function as risky IOUs and expose investors to potential total loss. Mishaboar’s message underscores the need for due diligence and maintaining direct control of assets. Meanwhile, DOGE rallied 4.89% to $0.183, with trading volume up 31.33% to $2.01 billion, driven by ETF filing optimism and positive U.S. government shutdown news. Traders should stay vigilant, prioritize decentralization, and avoid scams to protect their holdings and confidence in Dogecoin.

US Senators John Boozman and Cory Booker have introduced a bipartisan bill to shift crypto regulation from the SEC to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). The proposal reclassifies most digital assets as commodities, granting the CFTC direct oversight of spot markets and building on the House CLARITY Act to establish a unified crypto regulation framework. It includes measures to boost CFTC resources and strengthen DeFi monitoring. Industry groups welcome the change for clearer compliance rules and predictable oversight. Key challenges remain Congressional approval, agency resistance and transitioning existing SEC actions. If enacted, the bill could reshape digital commodities trading, clarify token issuance standards and position the US as a leader in crypto regulation, balancing investor protection with innovation.

Solana’s protocol revenue surged to $2.85 billion over the past year, up from just $13 million in the 2022–2023 cycle. This rapid growth underscores Solana’s strengthening position as a Layer 1 network. The network averaged $240 million in monthly revenue and peaked above $600 million during high activity periods. Key drivers include the ORE protocol, which generated $1 million in daily fees, and Pump.fun, which contributed $38 million in the last 30 days. These figures highlight Solana’s leading role in DeFi, memecoin trading, and overall on-chain activity. Solana’s vibrant developer community, now numbering 10,733 active builders, creates a self-reinforcing loop: strong protocol revenue attracts more development, which in turn supports scalability upgrades such as the Firedancer client and proof-of-history enhancements. Total value locked (TVL) on Solana exceeds $5 billion, further validating network health. Traders should monitor daily and monthly revenue trends as key indicators of on-chain activity and protocol revenue momentum. Rising fee earnings and developer engagement can signal potential SOL price appreciation over the medium to long term.