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At DevConnect in Buenos Aires, Vitalik Buterin, Yoav Weiss and Marissa Posner unveiled the Trustless Manifesto, a pledge to strengthen Ethereum’s on-chain decentralization and permissionless access. The Trustless Manifesto defines three design laws — no critical secrets, no indispensable intermediaries and no unverifiable outcomes — warning against reliance on centralized RPC endpoints, rollup sequencers and custodial solutions. It draws lessons from the AWS outage that cut Coinbase Base capacity by 25%, contrasting with Arbitrum and Optimism’s multi-cloud resilience. Supporters can sign on-chain to commit to these principles. The manifesto also aligns with Justin Drake’s Lean Ethereum proposal for a minimal, robust network architecture anyone can independently run, with the new @leanEthereum account teasing updates to lighter nodes and consensus. Complementing this, the Ethereum Interop Layer research paper proposes standardizing cross-L2 interactions through ERC-4337 account abstraction, atomic swaps and on-chain vouchers, preserving decentralization without new trust assumptions. For traders, these developments signal ongoing infrastructure improvements that bolster Ethereum’s security, resilience and developer appeal, reinforcing long-term bullish fundamentals.

BNB price has consolidated sideways since October, trading between the $880–$900 support zone and the 21-day simple moving average. After recovering from an $881 low to $1,000.43, Binance Coin (BNB) retested October’s $891 floor twice and currently sits around $937. Key resistance levels stand at $1,000, $1,050 and $1,200, while supports are $900, $850 and $800. Technical indicators show both the 21-day SMA and the 50-day SMA running horizontally, with frequent Doji candlesticks confirming consolidation rather than a clear trend. The 21-day SMA is now below the 50-day SMA, suggesting downward pressure. A decisive break above the 21-day SMA could propel BNB price toward the 50-day SMA near $1,181 (and potentially $1,318 if it clears $1,020), while a drop below $880–$900 may trigger a fall to $730. Traders should watch these moving averages and clear breakouts to inform short-term and medium-term trading decisions.

Phemex, the user-first crypto exchange founded in 2019, celebrates its 6th anniversary with a 66% surge in registered users. In 2025, Phemex upgraded its infrastructure—implementing multi-layer wallet protection, AI-driven monitoring and enhanced disaster recovery—maintaining 99.999% uptime. These improvements drove a 122% year-on-year increase in spot trading and a 26% rise in futures volume. As part of a comprehensive rebrand under the slogan ’For you. For tomorrow.’, Phemex refreshed its visual identity to reflect its commitment to efficiency and transparency. Looking ahead to 2026, Phemex plans further investments in platform security innovation, system scalability, on-chain tools and cross-asset management. CEO Federico Variola says true resilience is engineered, not inherited, underlining the exchange’s focus on institutional-grade reliability and user-driven innovation. Traders can expect enhanced stability, smarter trading features and ongoing growth opportunities on Phemex.

Crypto strategist Tom Lee, executive chair of BitMine, forecasts a 100x "Ethereum supercycle" mirroring Bitcoin’s 2017–2021 rally. He points to Bitcoin’s climb from around $1,000 to over $100,000 despite steep corrections, and sees similar upside for Ethereum. ETH currently trades near $3,150, close to the average cost basis of long-term holders. CryptoQuant data shows 17 million ETH flowed into accumulation addresses this year, boosting long-term wallet balances to 27 million ETH. Dips toward $2,900 present strong entry points. Institutional accumulation is also rising: BitMine holds 3.5 million ETH (2.9% of supply), while firms like BTCS increase ETH allocations, boosting unrealized gains. Despite recent volatility—ETH is down over 35% from its all-time high—Lee argues that enduring pullbacks is essential to capture the next bull run. Traders should monitor Ethereum price patterns, supply constraints, and treasury accumulation as leading indicators for the anticipated supercycle.

After his October 2025 presidential pardon by Donald Trump, Changpeng Zhao dismissed speculation over a $4.3 billion CZ refund in the DOJ settlement. Zhao confirmed he has not requested any refund from the US government but vowed that, should a CZ refund occur, he will reinvest the funds in American blockchain projects. Legal experts emphasize that the $4.3 billion penalty still applies to Binance and remains binding despite the pardon, and rumors of secret crypto payoffs were refuted by Zhao’s defense lead, Teresa Goody Guillén, citing public blockchain traceability. Senator Elizabeth Warren’s criticism of the pardon as “corruption” was denied by Zhao and his team. Traders can expect neutral short-term market impact, while potential reinvestment may bolster long-term confidence and cooperation with US regulators.

BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes liquidated nearly $5 million in altcoins as crypto markets hit multi-month lows and saw over $620 million in 24-hour liquidations, including $243.5 million in Bitcoin and $170 million in Ethereum. On-chain data reveals he offloaded ETH, ENA, ETHFI, LDO, AAVE and UNI via institutional OTC desks. Despite the altcoin liquidation, Hayes signalled a bullish stance on Zcash (ZEC), posting a ZEC/BTC chart and increasing his ZEC holdings as the pair climbed from 0.0045 to 0.0068 BTC on higher volume. Traders are eyeing a privacy-coin rotation. Hayes remains optimistic on the broader crypto cycle, forecasting a post-halving peak in late 2025 or early 2026 amid sustained macro spending trends.

Bitcoin slid to around $93,000 over the weekend, dragging the total crypto market cap from $3.7 trillion to $3.2 trillion. The pullback was driven by whale selling, spot Bitcoin ETF net outflows and delayed rate cuts, alongside rising geopolitical tensions and tightening liquidity. Early-year spot Bitcoin ETFs flipped to net outflows, removing a key source of demand. Industry analysts view this move as a healthy market correction. They note stablecoin volumes are rising, on-chain activity remains robust and developer momentum continues with infrastructure build-outs. Retail funds are rotating between BTC and ETH, while institutional channels have absorbed most selling pressure without mass redemptions. Financial author Robert Kiyosaki links the sell-off to a global cash shortage rather than a loss of conviction. He predicts imminent money printing, which could devalue fiat and boost hard assets like gold, silver, Bitcoin and Ethereum. He plans to hold positions and buy more after stability returns. Overall, traders should see this slump as temporary, with improving fundamentals likely to trigger a rebound.

Deribit and SignalPlus have launched a space-themed crypto trading competition on the SignalPlus platform with a record $450,000 USDC prize pool, running from November 17 to December 22, 2025. Global traders can compete in crypto options and futures via solo or team challenges. Early registrants by November 19 receive three free Deribit options on BTC, ETH, and SOL. The event features multiple missions: deposit missions; daily Solo Sprints awarding up to $350 USDC “Red Packets”; weekly volume leaderboards with tech prizes like iPhone 17 and Starlink Roam; Galactic Alliance team pools; and Team Odysseys offering Alps ski trips. A Pair Strategy Mission lets traders forecast BTC’s trend to double daily rewards up to $1,050 USDC. The Perpetual Battlefield tournament covers trading costs, allocates a $30,000 USDC pool, and crowns a “King of Perpetuals.” Top performers compete for high-value prizes including a Unitree R1 humanoid robot, a Bayliner Deck Boat, and a world trip. This crypto trading competition aims to boost derivatives volume and engagement by rewarding trading activity, deposits, and referrals across all levels.

Ethereum price slipped under $3,100 to around $3,093, marking its lowest level since early November amid broader market weakness. Spot Ethereum ETFs recorded outflows equal to about 7% of cost-basis capital over the past 24 hours, compared to 4% for Bitcoin ETFs, signaling waning investor confidence. Analyst Timothy Peterson at Cane Island notes that growing risk aversion toward Ethereum versus Bitcoin could intensify selling pressure. The breach of key technical support at $3,100 may exacerbate losses. Traders will monitor whether ETF outflows persist and if Ethereum can reclaim the $3,100 level to assess sentiment shifts and potential market stability.

Hong Kong–listed game developer Boyaa Interactive has steadily expanded its Bitcoin treasury, raising its holdings to 4,091 BTC by the end of Q3. The firm purchased 245 BTC for $28.16 million between September 15 and 16 and added 738 BTC during the quarter. Boyaa cites treasury diversification, inflation hedging and long-term balance-sheet protection as drivers of its Bitcoin strategy. The company executes strategic buys on market dips, employs secure cold storage and regularly rebalances its digital asset portfolio. This move underlines growing institutional adoption of crypto assets and may spur other gaming and Asian firms to add Bitcoin to corporate treasuries, boosting market liquidity and confidence despite crypto’s inherent volatility.

Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley says crypto fundamentals have never been stronger despite a six-month bear market, arguing that the traditional four-year cycle has ended and a mature market structure now drives trading. He credits US pro-crypto regulation and the launch of Bitcoin ETFs for new participants and stronger market dynamics. This contrasts with extreme investor fear—Crypto Fear & Greed Index at 16—and Bitcoin’s recent low of $94,590, with analysts warning of further drops toward $86,000. Market educator Robert Kiyosaki cites constrained liquidity and predicts crypto rallies once governments expand money supply. Although the Fed has begun rate cuts, only 44% of traders expect another cut in December, suggesting liquidity may remain tight. Traders should weigh Horsley’s bullish long-term outlook against current fear-driven sentiment and liquidity constraints, as crypto fundamentals underpin a prospective market turnaround.

SoFi secured a US national bank charter in January 2022 from the OCC and Federal Reserve. It became the first SoFi crypto bank to absorb low-cost retail deposits. Funding costs dropped by up to 5 percentage points. Deposits grew from $1.2 billion in Q1 2022 to $21.6 billion by end-2024. After a three-year pause, SoFi relaunched Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) trading on November 11, 2025. It now offers savings, loans, investments and crypto trading in one platform. Plans include issuing a fully reserved USD stablecoin in 2026 and adding blockchain tools to its services. This surge in services and regulatory clarity drove SoFi crypto bank’s stock up 116% YTD to a $38.9 billion market cap. Traders see it as a model for regulated crypto banking. The development highlights mainstream adoption and institutional support.

OKX co-founder Star Xu has offered a 10 BTC bounty to anyone who can prove a hidden backdoor in the OKX Wallet, responding to allegations that the software exposes private keys and funds. The claim, first made by a OneKey security researcher, prompted Xu to invite experts to audit the open-source wallet code, reinforcing OKX’s security and transparency commitments. The bounty launch aligns with OKX’s CeDeFi rollout, which adds in-app DEX trading on Solana, Base and X Layer networks with zero gas fees and a centralized order book. OKX Wallet now supports login via Google, Apple and proprietary authentication, and the platform has addressed unverified scam rumors in its X Layer ecosystem. Despite past user complaints over account freezes and OKB token buyback transparency, OKX maintains a 10/10 rating on CoinGecko, processes $1.5 billion in daily trades, serves 60 million users and holds $35 billion in reserves including BTC, XRP and USDT. OKB trades near $115, down 55% from recent highs; traders will watch if it can reclaim $120 support while awaiting results of an independent security audit. The 10 BTC bounty underscores OKX’s confidence in its wallet security and its readiness to meet any backdoor claims head-on.

Analysts predict a second bull run as XRP price prediction turns bullish. Whale accumulation and real-world asset tokenization on the XRP Ledger are key drivers. XRP trades near $2.50 (Nov 12) and historical November strength could push it above $3.00. A daily close above $2.72 may confirm a breakout toward $3.10–$3.35. Rumors of an XRP spot ETF further fuel trader interest. This bullish XRP price prediction outlook now hinges on ETF approval and volume. Meanwhile, meme token Little Pepe (LILPEPE) presale has surged. Phase 13 raised $27.4 million at $0.0022 per token, with 96% sold. Built on an Ethereum Layer-2 network, LILPEPE offers zero transaction tax, sniper-bot resistance and a CertiK audit. Strong community support and upcoming centralized exchange listings could drive 1000% gains. Other sub-$1 altcoins include REAL and LOOK. REAL trades at $0.196 with a 10 million supply and may reach $1.18 on adoption and partnerships. LOOK, the native token of the LooksRare NFT marketplace, trades at $0.0075 and could hit $0.045 if NFT activity rebounds.

Zhao’s attorney Teresa Goody Guillen has denied any secret Bitcoin payment to secure a Trump pardon. She pointed to blockchain transparency: any Bitcoin payment would be visible on public ledgers. There is no on-chain evidence linking Binance or Zhao to a clandestine transfer. Zhao received a presidential pardon after serving part of a four-month sentence for Bank Secrecy Act violations. This outcome matches standard legal practices, according to Guillen, and differs from unverified claims of impropriety. Reports tying Binance’s partnership with World Liberty Financial and the Trump family to hidden crypto payments are also unfounded. Critics, including Senator Elizabeth Warren, questioned the timing of the pardon but cited no blockchain data. Comprehensive analyses and U.S. regulatory filings show no anomalous Bitcoin payment or transfers during the relevant period. Binance reinforces its commitment to compliance and transparency, underscoring the value of verifiable data over speculation.

Analysts forecast an Ethereum breakout above $4,360, targeting $5,000 if ETH closes weekly above this key level. A bullish falling-wedge pattern and MACD convergence underpin the Ethereum breakout scenario. Traders face downside risk near $3,000 if the breakout fails. Mutuum Finance’s presale has raised over $18.75 million in six phases, with 18,010 holders so far. Phase 7 token pricing jumps to $0.04, against a planned public launch at $0.06. The DeFi lending platform blends Peer-to-Contract markets for liquid assets like ETH and USDT with Peer-to-Peer loans for illiquid tokens. This hybrid structure aims to bridge liquidity gaps and boost DeFi lending utility. Crypto traders should weigh Ethereum’s short-term technical rally against long-term MUTM token fundamentals when refining their DeFi strategies.

Iran has launched a plan to bypass US and UN cryptocurrency sanctions by settling trade with BRICS partners in digital assets. At the government-backed deBlock Summit, Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf touted cryptocurrency as a decentralised, sanctions-proof payment tool. He pledged collaboration with universities, tech firms and researchers to build domestic blockchain infrastructure and attract foreign investment. Private executives, including Wallex Iran CEO Ehsan Mehdizadeh, warned that unclear regulations and Central Bank limits on rial-to-crypto conversions could stifle market growth. The summit also approved new crypto mining licences but exposed disputes over energy subsidies. Despite India’s rejection of alternative currency schemes, Tehran views digital currency trade as key to de-dollarisation and resilient cross-border settlement. Traders should track regulatory updates, liquidity shifts and mining output in Iran’s emerging blockchain hubs. Growing crypto adoption in a heavily sanctioned economy may boost global hash rates and demand for major digital assets.

The U.S. Department of Justice has dismantled a North Korea crypto scam by seizing $15.1 million in USDT traced to the state-backed APT38 hacking group. The funds link to high-profile crypto hacks in 2023, including the $100 million Poloniex breach, the $37 million CoinsPaid attack, the $60–100 million Alphapo theft and a $138 million Panama exchange heist. Total losses from these crypto hacks exceed $380 million. In parallel, five operatives—three in Georgia, one in Washington, D.C., and one in Florida—pleaded guilty to identity theft after selling stolen or falsified U.S. identities. This scheme embedded North Korean IT workers at 136 American firms, generating $1.28 million in illicit salary payments. The DOJ continues to trace laundered funds through cross-chain bridges, mixers, exchanges and OTC desks, while one defendant has already forfeited over $1.4 million in assets. By 2025, North Korea is estimated to have stolen over $2 billion in cryptocurrency, exploiting sanctions and covert infiltration to fund its defense programs. This DOJ action underscores rising cybersecurity vigilance, foreshadowing tighter compliance measures around stablecoins and identity verification in the crypto market.

Multicoin Capital’s liquidity fund has acquired ENA, Ethena’s native token, to support USDe, a synthetic dollar stablecoin offering over 10% annual yield. Unlike USDC and USDT, USDe employs a delta-neutral basis trading strategy on US Treasury futures. In two years, its supply surged to $15 billion, becoming the third-largest digital dollar. USDe is accepted as collateral on Binance and Bybit. Ethena’s convergence of stablecoins, perpetual contracts and asset tokenization, coupled with robust risk controls proven through market shocks, drives its growth. With JPMorgan forecasting interest-bearing stablecoins to claim up to 50% of the market and upcoming governance proposals directing protocol fees to token holders, USDe is well-positioned to capture leverage demand as DeFi and fintech platforms embrace decentralized perpetuals.

Dunamu Q3 profit jumped 300% YoY to 239B won ($165M), with net income up 145% QoQ, on 35% higher revenue (266B won) and a 54% rise in operating profit. Dunamu Q3 profit performance was driven by Upbit’s BTC and ETH trading volumes rebounding alongside a global crypto rally. US regulation—including the Genius Act, Clarity Act and Anti-CBDC Bill—has improved investor confidence and drawn institutional flows. External audits since 2022 have strengthened transparency, fortifying trust ahead of Naver Financial’s planned share-swap acquisition. These factors highlight the impact of regulatory clarity on trading volumes and market stability within Upbit’s ecosystem.

Crypto IPOs dominated the US IPO market in 2025, with 51 tech firms raising a combined $16.8 billion. Key crypto IPOs included Venture Global ($1.75 B), Circle’s USDC unit ($1.05 B), and Peter Thiel–backed Bullish ($1.1 B). Earlier, Circle’s debut saw shares surge over 200%. Upcoming listings include Gemini ($433 M at >$3 B valuation), Figure Technology ($693 M at $4.7 B valuation), and SOL Strategies ($94 M in SOL holdings). These crypto IPOs are underpinned by a crypto-friendly US regulatory framework—Project Crypto, reduced SEC enforcement, and Nasdaq’s tokenized securities proposal—boosting institutional confidence. Bankers predict 2026 interest rate cuts will lift valuations and risk appetite, making future crypto IPOs more attractive. Traders should watch interest rate trends, IPO pipelines, and tokenized securities developments for sustained market momentum.

Aster DEX has clarified that its tokenomics remain unchanged after CoinMarketCap mistakenly updated circulating supply data, suggesting delayed ASTER token unlocks—200 million in December 2025 and billions more in 2035. The team explained that since the Token Generation Event, monthly token unlocks have occurred as scheduled, but unused tokens stayed in a locked wallet and did not enter circulating supply. To enhance transparency, Aster will transfer all unlocked tokens to a dedicated public unlock address, with no immediate spending plans and future token use to be publicly disclosed. As of November 15, 2025, ASTER trades at $1.13, with a 24-hour volume of $555 million and a market cap of $2.2 billion, below its $2.41 all-time high. By proactively clarifying its unlock schedule and improving on-chain visibility, Aster aims to restore investor confidence and curb FUD ahead of large unlock events.

Every bull market uncovers fresh crypto presale opportunities. BullZilla (BZIL) leads the 2025 crypto presale under $1, combining meme-coin appeal with advanced DeFi mechanics. It has advanced to Stage 10 “Castle Bravo” Phase 2 at $0.00025239, raised over $1 million, and sold 31 billion tokens to 3,500+ holders. Its Progressive Price Engine boosts price by 2.64% per $100,000 sold, while the HODL Furnace offers up to 70% APY. Locked liquidity and automatic burns reinforce security. Other notable low-cost presales include Solana’s Snek (SNEK), Ethereum’s MoonBull (MOBU) with 95% APY and AI staking, La Culex (CULEX) with 80% APY, and Apeing (APE) blending DeFi with social NFTs. Established projects TRX, ADA, LINK, APE, and MOG also feature in the top 10. Traders seeking structured growth and high yields should track these crypto presales under $1 for potential early-stage gains ahead of the next bull rally.

Kraken IPO remains on hold as the crypto exchange reports a robust balance sheet and $15B valuation from its 2024 venture round. Co-CEO Arjun Sethi told Yahoo Finance the privately held firm, which has raised $530M since 2011, sees no need for a U.S. IPO or extra capital. Despite peers like Gemini, Bullish and eToro pursuing public listings, Kraken IPO timing is unaffected by market FOMO or recent Bitcoin and Ethereum price corrections. Sethi emphasized that all digital assets follow evolving price curves and urged traders to weigh the logic of holding crypto over cash or equities. The exchange may explore strategic acquisitions before considering an IPO. This stance underscores Kraken’s focus on market stability, financial resilience and long-term independence in the evolving crypto sector.

Binance has integrated BlackRock’s USD Institutional Digital Liquidity Fund (BUIDL) stablecoin as off-exchange trading collateral, enabling institutional traders to earn near 4% yield on U.S. Treasury-backed assets while trading. Issued via Securitize and bridged across Ethereum, Solana, Arbitrum, Aptos and soon the BNB Chain using Wormhole, BUIDL offers multi-chain interoperability and capital-efficient, yield-bearing collateral. The move supports Binance’s 297 million users, meets regulatory compliance, and enhances capital efficiency through services like Banking Triparty and MirrorRSV. On-chain data show Binance’s stablecoin reserves rose by $5.76 billion in 30 days, underscoring increased liquidity and competitive positioning against USDT and USDC. This partnership marks a key step in TradFi and DeFi convergence, promising improved market stability and confidence for crypto traders.

MicroStrategy’s executive chair Michael Saylor has publicly denied that the firm sold any Bitcoin during a recent market dip. A 58,915 BTC wallet transfer (valued at $5.77 billion) spurred sell-off rumors, but Arkham Intelligence and Nansen confirmed it was a custodial reorganization and wallet rebalancing. SEC filings reveal MicroStrategy added 487 BTC at an average price of $102,557, bringing its total holdings to 641,692 BTC. MicroStrategy’s Nasdaq-listed stock (MSTR) dropped over 17% to $205.38 amid Bitcoin volatility. BTC briefly rose above $106,000 on US funding optimism before dipping below $100,000 after the deal closed. The company’s net asset value (NAV) fell below 1 before rebounding to 1.09, indicating shares briefly traded at a discount to Bitcoin reserves. Analysts, including Willy Woo, downplayed liquidation fears. Woo forecasts no forced Bitcoin sale if MSTR trades above $183.19 by 2027 (equivalent to $91,500 per BTC at 1× NAV). Traders should use robust on-chain analysis, track NAV metrics and corporate Bitcoin accumulation strategies to avoid market panic.

2Wai AI App, developed by former Disney actor Calum Worthy, lets users create interactive avatars of deceased loved ones. The beta iOS app uses on-device HoloAvatar AI technology to power real-time chats in over 40 languages from user videos, audio and text. Critics warn that 2Wai AI App commercializes grief and may impede healthy mourning, labeling it dystopian and exploitative. Legal experts highlight gaps in current privacy law—GDPR and CCPA lack post-mortem data safeguards—raising issues over consent and data ownership. After securing $5 million in pre-seed funding and partnering with British Telecom and IBM, 2Wai AI App will shift from a free beta to a tiered subscription model. The app emphasizes on-device processing to limit AI hallucinations and protect user privacy while fueling ethical AI debates.

Lookonchain data shows an anonymous Bitcoin whale has steadily accumulated large BTC positions since July 18. The whale first bought 455 BTC (≈$50.7 M) over a 20-hour span and then added another 251 BTC (≈$24.2 M) in just six hours on November 15. Its holdings now total 4,169 BTC, valued at about $401.5 M. Such sustained BTC accumulation can tighten available market supply and signal bullish momentum. Traders should track Bitcoin whale activity alongside technical analysis, maintain strict risk management, and diversify portfolios to identify potential price support levels and capitalize on emerging uptrends.

On November 14–15, a crypto whale transferred approximately 92.6 million XRP (around $214–223 million) from an unknown wallet to Coinbase, marking the largest single XRP exchange deposit of the year. The move triggered panic selling, driving XRP’s price down over 8% to below $2.30, and spiked 24-hour trading volume by 33% to 7.63 billion XRP. Technically, XRP breached its 50% Fibonacci retracement level at $2.38 and its 7-day SMA at $2.37, while the RSI sat at 48.7 (neutral) and the MACD signaled negative momentum. Critical support now holds at the 78.6% retracement level of $2.21. Traders should monitor subsequent whale-driven on-chain transfers and order-book changes for signs of gradual or bulk selling, as this heightened volatility may present both risk and opportunity in short-term XRP trading.