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ADAPT blockchain network aims to digitalize Africa’s trade. It leverages stablecoins for cross-border payments, stores digital trade documents, and manages interoperable digital identities. Backed by AfCFTA, the African Union, Tony Blair Institute, World Economic Forum and IOTA Foundation, the platform targets all 55 African countries by 2035. Pilots launch in 2026 in Kenya, Ghana and a third nation, with full rollout from 2027 to 2035. ADAPT is projected to add $70 billion in annual intra-African trade, cut customs clearance from 14 days to under 3, and slash payment costs below 3%. The initiative builds on national digital ID schemes in Nigeria and Ethiopia and prior tests in the UK and Netherlands. With an estimated 75 million crypto users by 2026 and stablecoins accounting for 43% of Sub-Saharan transactions, ADAPT’s blockchain and stablecoin infrastructure is poised to unify fragmented payment systems, reduce reliance on correspondent banking, and accelerate digital trade across the continent.

Economist Peter Schiff warns that a large Bitcoin sell-off by long-term holders to so-called “weak hands” will intensify future market pullbacks. In October, whales and other OGs offloaded over 400,000 BTC, pushing prices below $85,000. Exchange inflows remain high, signaling sustained sell pressure. Notable liquidations include early adopter Owen Gunden’s 11,000 BTC exit and Robert Kiyosaki’s $2.25 million BTC sale, though Kiyosaki plans to recycle gains into income-generating ventures. Bitfinex analysts attribute the short-term correction to whale selling and leveraged liquidations, even as institutional demand stays firm on Bitcoin’s fundamentals. Sigma Capital CEO Vineet Budki warns retail weak hands may capitulate, potentially triggering up to a 70% drawdown in the next bear market. This Bitcoin sell-off underscores rising price volatility and the risk of deeper corrections for traders.

Khurram Dara, a prominent cryptocurrency lawyer, has launched his campaign for New York Attorney General on a platform to overturn the state’s BitLicense framework, which he labels illegal and economically burdensome for crypto firms. Dara argues that the BitLicense imposes excessive compliance costs, stifles digital asset innovation, and violates the economic rights of businesses. He pledges to challenge BitLicense in court, defend crypto companies, and push for fairer crypto regulation across New York. The candidate also vows to curb regulatory overreach by ending contingency-fee agreements that reward private law firms with shares of recovered lawsuit funds and to stop the use of the AG’s office as a political weapon. Dara must secure at least 25% support at the 2026 Republican convention or gather sufficient petition signatures to appear on the primary ballot. His bid could shift crypto regulation policy and shape the future of digital assets in a major global finance center.

New Zealand will integrate digital currency education into its national financial literacy curriculum from 2026, making it compulsory for students in Years 1–10 by 2027. The program covers blockchain fundamentals, token mechanics, market indicators and modern payment systems. Younger pupils will learn basic concepts like earning, saving, spending and bank account management, while older students will tackle investments, interest, taxation and risk management. Developed with input from local blockchain educators, fintech firms and national financial bodies, the curriculum uses mock digital wallets and token portfolios for practical simulations. The Ministry of Education partners with the Retirement Commission and other education agencies to deliver free teacher training and resources. By reaching 800,000 students annually, New Zealand aims to close the financial literacy gap and foster early crypto and blockchain proficiency. For crypto traders, this move signals growing mainstream acceptance of digital assets and could expand future market participation. Early exposure to digital currency education may boost long-term market demand and literacy, reinforcing positive trends for the crypto sector.

Bitcoin price drop has shaved $41 billion off Satoshi Nakamoto’s fortune in one month, cutting his net worth from $137 billion in October to $95.8 billion in November, Arkham Intelligence data shows. The decline knocked Satoshi from 11th to 20th on the Forbes billionaire list, placing him below Bill Gates. This correction reflects broader crypto market weakness, driven by profit-taking, stop-loss cascades and shifting macroeconomic risks. The episode underscores Bitcoin market volatility but leaves supply dynamics unchanged. Long-term investors view the dip as a buying opportunity, while traders should apply risk management, diversify portfolios, and brace for further swings. Historical recovery patterns after Bitcoin price drops suggest potential upside, but each correction demands careful entry strategies to optimize resilience.

Cryptographer Adam Back says Bitcoin quantum threat remains decades away. Current quantum computers are noisy and lack qubits to break SHA-256 encryption. Experts estimate 4,000 logical qubits are needed to crack RSA-2048—but real systems yield only about 48. Back predicts at least 20–40 years before quantum computing poses a real risk to Bitcoin. In response to Chamath Palihapitiya’s 2–5 year forecast, he notes Bitcoin can integrate NIST-approved post-quantum cryptography via network upgrades. While ’store now, decrypt later’ attacks raise long-term data security concerns, planned adoption of post-quantum algorithms will safeguard the network. Back even speculated quantum advances could one day reveal Satoshi Nakamoto’s identity by reactivating dormant funds. Traders can treat the Bitcoin quantum threat as a distant issue and keep focus on current market dynamics.

Coinank data shows that in a recent 24-hour window, crypto liquidations surged to $329 million—$204 million in long and $125 million in short positions—underscoring high leverage and market volatility. In the latest 24-hour snapshot, liquidations eased to $192 million, with $114 million in shorts and $78.68 million in longs, signaling a growing short squeeze risk. Traders should monitor derivatives funding rates and open interest metrics to gauge sentiment and manage risk amid amplified volatility.

On-chain analytics firm Santiment reports Bitcoin sentiment has plunged to its lowest since December 2023, as bearish comments on X, Reddit and Telegram now outnumber bullish ones. The downturn reflects mounting retail panic following Bitcoin’s price correction into the mid-$80,000 range and repeated failed recovery attempts that have produced lower highs and lows. Last week, 20,000 BTC (~$2 billion) moved to exchanges, signaling increased sell pressure. Analysts warn that ongoing spot Bitcoin ETF outflows and muted whale activity could drive further downside, although some forecasts view the dip as a potential end to the four-year cycle paving the way for a new uptrend. Bitcoin traded near $85,500, up 1.3% over 24 hours. Traders should watch Bitcoin sentiment levels, social sentiment and on-chain data for rebound signals or signs of deeper sell-offs.

Chain data shows that mid-term Bitcoin holders (coins held 3–5 years) are driving a 13% Bitcoin price drop and 49,300 BTC in ETP outflows. Meanwhile, Bitcoin coins held over five years have grown by 278,000 BTC over two years. Whale segmentation reveals addresses with 10k–100k BTC reduced holdings by up to 11% over 12 months, while 100–1k BTC holders increased positions by 23%. Short-term whales even turned net buyers in the past 30–90 days. Futures open interest rose 6% in November, but perpetual funding rates and basis costs plunged (–20% BTC, –32% USD), and the Fear & Greed Index hit a multi-year low. NUPL metrics match past panic levels, suggesting oversold conditions. The sell-off has washed out speculative bets, offering traders a potential entry point.

Circle has launched the public testnet for its new Layer 1 blockchain, Arc, positioning it as an “internet economic operating system.” The Arc L1 testnet’s standout feature is its native USDC gas model, removing the need for ETH or other volatile tokens. Fully EVM-compatible with configurable privacy settings, the Arc testnet integrates with Circle’s full-stack platform for lending, capital markets, forex and payments. In its Q3 earnings, Circle hinted at a future Arc native token, while early participants could qualify for potential airdrops, though none are guaranteed. The release includes an eight-step interaction guide: adding the Arc network, claiming USDC/EURC test tokens, deploying contracts via OnChainGM and zkCodex, minting NFTs on OmniHub, swapping USDC to WUSDC on Curve, minting a Genesis Pass on ArcFlow Finance and registering domains on InfinityName. Eleven projects are already live on the testnet, including ZKP2P, Sequence, Superface, Blockradar, Hurupay and Axelar, focusing on real-world assets, DeFi and enterprise solutions. Traders are encouraged to explore the Arc testnet but should remain rational about airdrop prospects.

Aave V4 has launched on testnet, introducing a modular architecture to unify liquidity across Prime and Core markets. The centerpiece, the Liquidity Hub, dynamically reallocates assets to boost capital efficiency. Within the Liquidity Hub, assets flow seamlessly across markets, reducing fragmentation. Complementing this, Spokes enables specialized markets with custom parameters for long-tail assets, improving on-chain liquidity flow. Aave V4 also supports 19 blockchains, including Ethereum and Arbitrum, and integrates robust risk-management tools—dynamic LTVs, health factors, the Umbrella safety module—and accesses Horizon’s $600 million tokenized RWA market. Alongside V4, the Aave App targets retail users by offering up to 6.5% APY, $1 million in balance protection, and seamless on-chain/off-chain services. These upgrades reinforce Aave V4’s modular design and enhance the Aave App’s retail appeal, aiming to attract institutional and retail capital, drive TVL growth, and solidify Aave as DeFi’s core money-market infrastructure.

Macro strategist Lyn Alden says the crypto market is unlikely to face a major capitulation as prices remain below euphoric levels. She argues the crypto market’s performance hinges on broader macro trends and sustained institutional interest rather than the traditional four-year Bitcoin halving cycle. On the What Bitcoin Did podcast, Alden dismissed halvings as the primary driver, a view shared by Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan, who anticipates several more years of upside. In contrast, Sigma Capital CEO Vineet Budki warns of a 65–70% BTC retracement over two years. Bitcoin has slid about 22–22.5% from its October/$125,100 peak to $85,700, denting sentiment. Alden advises traders against expecting extremes, forecasting BTC to reclaim $100,000 in 2026 and hit new highs by 2027.

The Coinbase wallet migration has completed for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), moving funds from flagged legacy addresses to new secure internal wallets. Users saw no service interruptions: deposit and withdrawal addresses remain unchanged, ensuring uninterrupted trading and transfers. During the Coinbase wallet migration, traders should stay alert to phishing attacks, as Coinbase will never ask for passwords, 2FA codes or direct transfers. This security upgrade, not driven by any breach or market volatility, follows best practices to rotate wallets and minimize exposure. The migration highlights Coinbase’s commitment to institutional-grade security and platform stability.

Ozak AI has updated its presale progress, now raising over $4.5 million and distributing more than 1 billion OZ tokens. The AI blockchain project leverages real-time prediction agents in partnership with Perceptron Network, HIVE and SINT, attracting whale interest. Solana (SOL) continues to draw traders with ultra-fast throughput and low fees. SOL trades near $140, with support at $134 and resistance at $147. Ethereum (ETH) remains the hub of decentralized finance and smart contracts, trading around $3,141, supported at $3,050 and facing resistance near $3,240. Analysts advise crypto traders to maintain core positions in SOL and ETH for stability, while allocating a satellite portion to Ozak AI for high-upside potential in the emerging AI crypto sector. This balanced strategy merges established ecosystems with asymmetric growth, positioning these three tokens at the forefront of the next crypto bull run.

On November 21, 2025, a Cardano glitch slowed mainnet block production for about an hour, underscoring network stability concerns ahead of the December 8 Midnight sidechain launch. IntersectMBO, the primary maintainer, reported on X that a cryptographic library bug discovered in the Preview environment triggered hash size inconsistencies and a peer-selection error. Operators running Cardano Node versions 10.3.1 and above were urged to upgrade to 10.5.2 immediately to restore normal block processing. Nodes still on version 10.1.4 experienced partial halts, but updated nodes continued transaction processing via a “ghost chain.” Daedalus wallet users remained unaffected. Rapid interventions by IntersectMBO, the Cardano Foundation and IOG aimed to resolve the fork and reinforce network resilience. The glitch sent the ADA price tumbling over 13% in 24 hours, dipping under $0.40 to test a critical $0.30 support level. Technical indicators now show an oversold RSI and bearish MACD crossover, with key resistance near $0.44. Traders are monitoring ADA price action closely for algorithmic triggers that could drive further downside.

Zcash (ZEC) has delivered astonishing gains, surging 700% in late 2025 and over 1,000% year-to-date before a recent 24% correction as the broader crypto market fell below $2.9 trillion. On-chain data show shielded pool assets jumped from 2.66 million to 4.98 million ZEC and weekly private transactions leaped from 30–40 k to 460 k, reflecting growing demand for privacy. Derivatives markets drove Zcash volatility: futures open interest peaked at $1.38 billion before sliding to $861.5 million, with $236.6 million flowing out and $32.95 million in forced liquidations. The OI-weighted funding rate swung from ‑0.4192% (triggering $51 million in short squeezes) to +0.0195%, hinting at a potential rebound. Despite the pullback, spot retail investors bought $72 million in ZEC, signalling bullish sentiment. The Money Flow Index (MFI) remains above 50, marking a demand zone between $440 and $507, while the Chaikin Money Flow (CMF) shows rising selling pressure that could push prices lower if it turns negative. Traders should monitor Zcash funding rates, MFI and CMF alongside support levels in the $440–$507 range. A sustained positive funding rate and MFI above 50 may fuel a reset and bullish continuation, whereas a negative CMF or reversal in funding dynamics could trigger deeper corrections.

Bit Digital reported third-quarter revenue of $30.5 million, up 33% year-on-year, driven by Ethereum staking and AI cloud services. The company’s WhiteFiber unit delivered $18 million, a 48% increase, while Ethereum staking revenue surged 542% to $2.9 million. Bit Digital expanded its ETH treasury from 30,663 to 153,547 ETH (≈$590.5M), staking 132,000 ETH for an annual yield of 3–4%. The firm acquired 31,057 ETH via a $150 million convertible note offering in October. Bitcoin mining revenue fell 27% to $7.4 million amid reduced hash rate exposure and higher network difficulty. Adjusted EBITDA reached $166.8 million, with crypto holdings gains of $146.0 million. H.C. Wainwright maintained a Buy rating with a $7.00 target. The shift towards Ethereum staking and AI-driven cloud contracts highlights Bit Digital’s focus on predictable revenue streams.

Bitcoin World has extended its crypto news service hours to run from Sunday 22:00 UTC through Saturday 15:00 UTC, covering major trading sessions across global time zones. During this period, the platform offers real-time market updates, breaking news alerts, technical analysis, and regulatory developments. From Saturday 15:00 UTC to Sunday 22:00 UTC, coverage is limited to major alerts such as regulatory announcements, exchange outages, and price swings over 10%, with a scheduled maintenance window for platform upgrades and deeper analysis. This optimized schedule aligns the crypto news service with peak trading periods, ensuring traders and investors have timely access to accurate information. Subscribers are advised to bookmark the site, enable notifications, and review updates before trading. This extension underscores Bitcoin World’s commitment to quality crypto news service during the most active market windows. All content remains available in the archives.

Spot Bitcoin ETFs in the US reversed a five-day outflow streak midweek, logging a $75.5 million net inflow on Wednesday led by BlackRock’s IBIT and Grayscale’s Mini Bitcoin Trust. By Friday, Bitcoin ETFs posted a $238 million net inflow, driven by Fidelity’s FBTC (+$108 M) and Grayscale’s Mini Trust (+$84.9 M), while BlackRock’s IBIT saw its first $122 million outflow since launch. This week, Bitcoin ETF flows totaled roughly $314 million, offsetting earlier November outflows that reached $2.26 billion mid-month and $3.5 billion for the month. Bitcoin’s price slid from $92,200 to $84,068 — a 23% drop in a month and a 12% weekly decline. Crypto market cap fell below $3 trillion, and derivatives liquidations hit $630 million, led by long positions. Fed rate-cut odds climbed from 33.8% to 69%, fueling risk-on sentiment. According to Kronos Research, Bitcoin ETF movements reflect position adjustments rather than institutional capitulation, suggesting renewed buying interest.

Over the past two weeks, NFT sales have plunged sharply, falling 22.7% week-on-week to $104.5M during a broader crypto market rebound, then dropping a further 4.97% to $72.5M as Bitcoin and Ethereum prices slid. Despite lower NFT sales volume, buyer participation jumped, with unique buyers rising over 77% to 293,459 and sellers up 106%, while total transactions fell to 940,416 trades. The global crypto market cap peaked at $3.81T before contracting to $2.87T, with BTC sliding from $110K to $84K and ETH from $4,300 to $2,800. By blockchain, Ethereum NFT volume declined in both periods, Polygon’s Courtyard led initial sales, and Algebra topped the latest week on Ethereum at $7.26M. Bored Ape Yacht Club rebounded 37.4% to $1.98M, CryptoPunks grew over 4.7% earlier and 12.6% recently, while Solana’s NFT sales plunged over 41%. High-value NFT trades included CryptoPunks #5898 at 100 ETH. Traders should watch leading collections and blockchains like BAYC, CryptoPunks and Ethereum for potential price shifts.

MicroStrategy is under MSCI review for potential exclusion from key benchmarks like MSCI USA, MSCI World and the Nasdaq 100 due to its Bitcoin holdings exceeding 50% of total assets. A final decision by January 15 could trigger $2.8–$8.8 billion in passive outflows, reducing institutional demand and raising funding costs. The move may heighten volatility across MicroStrategy shares and Bitcoin. CEO Michael Saylor insists MicroStrategy is an operating enterprise—with a $500 million software arm and a structured finance model that issued $7.7 billion in digital credit securities—not a fund or trust. He reaffirms his conviction in Bitcoin and the firm’s mission to build a pioneering Bitcoin-backed structured finance company. Traders should monitor MSCI’s ruling for its immediate impact on liquidity and Bitcoin price movements.

Deutsche Bank, which oversees $1.6 trillion in assets, boosted its MicroStrategy (MSTR) position in Q2 by acquiring roughly $115 million in additional shares. Its total stake now stands at 658,725 shares, valued at over $220 million. MicroStrategy shares track Bitcoin closely, offering institutions indirect BTC exposure. This move highlights growing institutional confidence in crypto-linked equities and may strengthen MicroStrategy’s market position.

Over 65 crypto and blockchain organizations—including Coinbase, Uniswap Labs, Pantera, the Blockchain Association, Solana Foundation and Paradigm—have sent a joint letter to President Trump urging immediate executive action to clarify crypto regulation and digital asset tax rules. The coalition asks key agencies—the SEC, CFTC, Treasury, FinCEN, FTC and DOJ—to: treat staking and mining rewards as self-created property taxed only upon sale or conversion; adopt a de minimis carve-out (e.g. $600) to exempt minor transfers; clarify that wrapping, bridging, cross-chain transfers, forks, airdrops, collateral moves and liquidations do not trigger tax events; issue no-action letters and launch regulatory sandboxes for permissionless protocol developers and self-custody services; restate that the Bank Secrecy Act does not apply to non-custodial software; and drop charges against Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm. The letter commends the administration’s reversal of the IRS Broker Rule and approval of the GENIUS Act, stressing that swift administrative guidance on crypto regulation and taxation is essential to reduce uncertainty, boost market confidence and maintain US leadership in digital assets as long-term rulemaking proceeds.

Strategy Holding Executive VP Shao Wei-Ming conducted a two-stage insider sale of MicroStrategy stock, offloading 58,004 MSTR shares over ten days, including an initial sale of 5,200 shares at $200 on Nov 19. The average sale price was $222, raising about $13 million. Although this insider sell-off represents a small portion of total share capital, such large executive disposals often signal portfolio diversification and may exert short-term downward pressure on MSTR. Traders should monitor post-sale trading volume and price movements for potential market reactions.

Digital Asset Treasuries (DATs) now hold over $117 billion in BTC, ETH and SOL, yet relying solely on mNAV (market cap / net asset value) can obscure true performance drivers. Our unified analysis introduces a dual evaluation framework that separates fundamental NAV growth from market sentiment and rigorously assesses treasury issuance discipline. Key metrics include NAV, mNAV, per-share digital asset accumulation, share issuance impact and debt adjustments. Leading DATs such as MSTR, BMNR and HSDT sustain per-share asset growth through prudent capital issuance, while lower-tier issuers face steep discounts amid dilution and sentiment shifts. Critical data gaps—warrants, PIPE timing and on-chain disclosures—distort NAV and hinder transparency. We advocate for standardized SEC filings, structured data feeds and enhanced on-chain reporting. Crypto traders should apply this comprehensive model to identify sustainable value creators in the DAT sector and avoid emotional traps that can erode returns.

Palantir CEO Alex Karp sold 585,000 PLTR shares worth $96 million on November 20, representing about 0.6% of his holdings. He made the sale after criticizing traders for loading up on put options, calling the activity “market manipulation.” Karp defended Palantir’s valuation by citing strong government contracts with ICE, the Pentagon and the NHS, solid cash flow and AI-driven data analytics. He insisted Palantir is “the most important software company in America.” Traders should note the insider sale may signal valuation concerns and put short-term pressure on PLTR stock. However, Palantir’s robust government ties and long-term growth prospects suggest a potential recovery once market volatility subsides. Investors will watch upcoming earnings and contract updates.

At Regulation Day 2025 in Buenos Aires, part of Devconnect ARG’s Ethereum World’s Fair, crypto exchange Bybit urged user-centric crypto regulation across Latin America. The forum gathered over 1,500 regulators, legislators and industry leaders, including representatives from Bitso, Belo and the Ethereum Foundation. Bybit LATAM CEO Patricio Mesri stressed stablecoins’ role in enhancing financial inclusion and boosting consumer confidence. Senior Policy Director Mykolas Majauskas called for protective regulation paired with innovation to unlock digital assets’ potential in real economies. Speakers highlighted Argentina’s progressive stance, with $93.9 billion in crypto transactions from 2024 to mid-2025, second only to Brazil in the region. Discussions on public-private collaboration emphasized the need for clear crypto regulation frameworks that foster sustainable market growth and mainstream adoption.

Pi Network has updated its whitepaper and filed a registration under the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework, designating its PI token as a utility asset compliant with EU MiCA standards. The revised whitepaper introduces robust KYC/KYB procedures, third-party audits, fraud prevention measures, and a non-custodial wallet, alongside a low energy footprint and an ETP launch on Sweden’s Spotlight Stock Market. Following the MiCA filing, the PI token surged 15% on trader expectations of faster listings across EU and EEA exchanges once vetted by ESMA. However, some community members voice concerns over stricter KYC requirements and potential centralization risks. Traders should monitor the network’s transition from testnet to mainnet, ESMA’s review timeline, and governance updates as these factors will influence PI’s volatility and long-term liquidity in regulated European markets.

Memecoin market crash deepened this week as the sector’s total cap tumbled to $39.4 billion after a $5 billion sell-off. This marks a 66% fall from January’s $116.7 billion peak. Trading volume spiked 40%, but prices across major tokens—DOGE, SHIB, PEPE, BONK, FLOKI, SPX6900, PENG and WIF—dropped 11%–20%. The broader crypto market cap slid from $3.77 trillion to $2.96 trillion, wiping out $800 billion. Bitcoin and Ethereum fell 15% and 16%, while the NFT market cap hit $2.78 billion, its lowest since April. Leading NFT collections plunged 27%–41%; only Infinex Patrons and Autoglyphs bucked the trend. New meme token JESSE raised just $17.17 million on launch, signaling fading hype. In response to the memecoin market crash, traders favor bearish setups on broken supports and RSI-based oversold entries, reflecting heightened risk aversion and crypto volatility.