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Bybit’s Lazarus Security Lab has found that 16 major blockchain networks are equipped with built-in fund freezing mechanisms. Researchers identified three methods: hardcoded blacklists on chains like BNB (BNB) and VeChain (VET); configuration-based controls on networks such as Sui (SUI), Aptos (APT), and EOS (EOS); and on-chain smart contracts, used for example on Huobi ECO Chain (HECO). An additional 19 chains, including Arbitrum (ARB) and Cosmos (ATOM), could add fund freezing with minimal code changes. The lab highlighted five real-world interventions where fund freezing helped limit losses. Sui froze $162 million after a Cetus DEX hack, later returning assets with 90.9% governance approval. BNB Chain blacklisted attacker addresses post-October 2022 exploit, capping withdrawals at roughly $100–110 million. VeChain blocked 469 addresses after a $6.6 million wallet hack. Aptos activated emergency freeze features one month after Sui’s intervention. While these security measures have proven effective, the report warns they challenge core decentralization principles. By granting foundations or validator groups bank-like override powers, fund freezing could undermine censorship resistance. Traders are advised to monitor governance updates across these networks for any changes in freezing policies. As institutional adoption and regulation increase, more blockchains may deploy emergency freeze controls.

China’s National Computer Virus Emergency Response Center (CVERC) alleges the U.S. government covertly seized 127,000 BTC stolen from the LuBian mining pool in a 2020 hack. The funds lay dormant until mid-2024, when blockchain analysts traced their movement to wallets now under U.S. control. On October 14, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced it had lawfully immobilized the same bitcoin tranche under money laundering and fraud charges against investor Chen Zhi. CVERC disputes this, arguing the transfer timeline shows U.S. custody predates the DOJ action and that 17,800 BTC were mined legitimately. Independent reports question the link between the stolen bitcoin and U.S. authorities, citing weak random-number generator exploits used in the original theft. This high-profile seizure dispute underscores escalating US-China digital asset rivalry and may trigger heightened Bitcoin price volatility as crypto traders assess legal and geopolitical risks.

BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes is bullish on the Zcash halving, viewing the November 18 reward cut as a key catalyst to tighten supply and boost ZEC prices. After ZEC slid from nearly $700 to around $478, he pledged to accumulate more at $300–$350. His bullish case rests on three pillars: the halving slashes daily issuance by 50%, Grayscale’s $102 million ZEC fund brings institutional inflows, and on-chain privacy demand is rising. Hayes also urged holders to move tokens into shielded addresses to constrain supply and reduce sell-side pressure. As the Zcash halving approaches, scarcity-driven rally expectations are heating up. However, new EU anti-money laundering rules and FATF travel-rule updates could pose compliance hurdles for privacy coins. Zcash’s optional privacy design offers an advantage over other privacy coins but delisting risks remain. Traders should monitor supply concentration in shielded pools, institutional inflows and market reactions around the halving to gauge short-term volatility and long-term support. Balancing risk and reward is essential given high leverage levels and liquidation risks in this high-volatility privacy coin.

Dubai’s Digital Economy Court has frozen $456 million in TrueUSD reserves after Techteryx Ltd reported that funds backing the stablecoin were misdirected into illiquid investments. Court filings show that between May 2021 and March 2022, Aria Commodities DMCC diverted TrueUSD reserve funds into heavy industry, mining and port infrastructure projects without proper authorization. Justice Michael Black cited breach of trust and granted a global freeze on related assets, barring Aria and affiliates from moving or disposing of the funds. Justin Sun is named as Techteryx’s ultimate beneficial owner, though he denies day-to-day management. A prior measure isolated $400 million in TUSD tokens to support redemptions. Next, Hong Kong courts will assess ownership claims and redemption obligations. Traders should monitor the TrueUSD reserves shortfall and its impact on market confidence and stablecoin stability amid rising regulatory scrutiny of reserve assets.

Coinbase has canceled its planned $2 billion acquisition of UK stablecoin startup BVNK, ending exclusivity that began in October. The collapse of the Coinbase BVNK acquisition underscores challenges in the rapidly expanding stablecoin market, now valued at over $300 billion and gaining regulatory clarity under the US GENIUS Act. BVNK, which processes more than $20 billion annually and is backed by Visa and Citi Ventures, is exploring new strategic options after talks with both Coinbase and Mastercard fell through. Despite this setback, Coinbase’s broader stablecoin strategy remains intact: it holds a significant stake in Circle’s USDC, launched a stablecoin payments platform, and acquired Echo and its token-sale product Sonar for $75 million. The exchange also reported robust Q3 2025 results with $1.8 billion in revenue and $433 million in net income. Meanwhile, major players like Mastercard are pursuing $1.5–2 billion deals such as ZeroHash, and firms like Modern Treasury and Aave Labs continue driving stablecoin innovation.

The Ethereum Fusaka upgrade, set for December 3, brings an eightfold boost to on-chain capacity and slashes node storage and bandwidth requirements via PeerDAS. It stabilizes blob fees with EIP-7918’s price floor and ramp controls and introduces dynamic blob tuning through EIP-7892 without hard forks. Four security EIPs (7823, 7825, 7883, 7934) reinforce DoS protections, while pre-confirmed slots and execution optimizations cut finality times, reduce gas costs and lower smart-contract fees. Validator hardware needs fall to 8 GB RAM and 25 Mb/s broadband, enabling home-device staking and enhancing network decentralization. Higher L1 throughput and lower Layer 2 fees unlock real-time DeFi, AI agent and high-frequency DApp use cases. Major protocols like Aave and Synthetix can expect faster settlements, lower slippage and deeper liquidity. Overall, the Ethereum Fusaka upgrade positions the network for renewed ETF flows, improved staking risk profiles and broader adoption.

XRP Lawyer John Deaton has launched his 2026 Massachusetts Senate bid, seeking the Republican nomination to challenge incumbent Senator Ed Markey. Deaton announced his campaign at a Worcester event, declaring “I’m winning this time,” and emphasizes cost of living issues and his legal background. Known for representing XRP holders in the Ripple-SEC case, Deaton’s Senate campaign retains its pro-crypto stance and has already attracted support from Ripple, Gemini and Kraken. In 2024 he raised over $360,000 from crypto firms in Q1, and he now faces potential Democratic contenders such as Representative Seth Moulton. Incumbent Ed Markey, a vocal critic of crypto mining and opponent of the GENIUS stablecoin bill, continues to dominate in the Democratic-leaning state. Traders should watch fundraising trends and digital asset policy debates for signals on potential crypto regulation shifts ahead of 2026.

ClearToken has secured FCA approval to launch CT Settle, a regulated delivery-versus-payment (DvP) platform for crypto, stablecoin, and fiat settlements. As the 57th firm on the FCA’s Cryptoasset Register since 2020, CT Settle allows regulated institutions to execute spot trades under traditional finance compliance, reducing counterparty risk and improving liquidity. Chair Niki Beattie says the platform will catalyse institutional adoption by offering a secure, compliant framework. The approval underscores the UK’s broader push to integrate digital assets into mainstream finance, following the Bank of England’s stablecoin consultation, the Treasury’s digital asset policy draft, and the retail opening of crypto exchange-traded notes (ETNs).

The Bank of England has proposed stricter stablecoin regulation to shore up financial stability after the 2023 SVB collapse triggered USDC’s depeg. Under the draft stablecoin regulation framework, individuals face a holding cap of £10,000 (down from an initial £20,000 proposal) and businesses a £10 million cap. Issuers must deposit 40% of token reserves at the BoE without earning interest. The BoE will oversee payment-focused stablecoins, while the FCA covers trading tokens. The UK is coordinating with US regulators to finalize rules next year. The global stablecoin market stands at $312 billion. Meanwhile, Coinbase’s planned $2 billion partnership with BVNK has been shelved, potentially slowing local stablecoin adoption. Traders should monitor how these reserve and cap requirements affect stablecoin liquidity, issuer funding, and market flows.

Propanc Biopharma has agreed with Hexstone Capital to establish a crypto treasury of up to $100 million. The private placement, structured as convertible preferred stock, begins with a $1 million initial investment and allows for a further $99 million over 12 months. The move diversifies Propanc’s balance sheet and funds its proenzyme-based PRP cancer therapy, which targets metastatic solid tumors and is slated for Phase I trials in H2 2026. Though Propanc has not disclosed exact crypto allocations, market observers expect Bitcoin (BTC), Ether (ETH) and Solana (SOL) to feature prominently, aligning with Hexstone’s portfolio. The creation of a digital asset treasury underscores a growing trend of biotech companies tapping crypto markets for financing. This strategy, however, introduces volatility, regulatory and custody challenges. Propanc’s Nasdaq-listed shares fell 12% on the news, reflecting investor caution over corporate crypto treasuries. Traders should watch Propanc’s detailed crypto allocation policy and PRP trial milestones. These factors could act as catalysts for both the biotech and digital asset markets, influencing crypto treasury demand and token prices.

Ledger, the Paris-based hardware wallet provider, is planning a US IPO in 2026 alongside a potential private funding round. This Ledger IPO push follows a record $2.2 billion in crypto thefts during H1 2025, fueling demand for Bitcoin security. Ledger protects $100 billion in BTC and expects a sales boost over the holiday season. The firm is expanding its New York team to tap institutional capital and crypto infrastructure. An internal debate over new multisignature fees highlights the balance between decentralization ideals and institutional-grade services. The planned Ledger IPO and possible private fundraising mark a strategic shift to leverage market momentum and bolster secure storage amid a surge in crypto theft.

Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki warns of an impending financial crash and is increasing his hedges in precious metals and cryptocurrencies. He plans to buy gold and silver, aiming for $27,000 per ounce and $100 per ounce respectively by 2026, citing Jim Rickards along with Gresham’s and Metcalfe’s laws. In crypto, Kiyosaki holds positions in Bitcoin and Ethereum, setting ambitious targets of $250,000 for Bitcoin and $60,000 for Ethereum. On-chain data shows Bitcoin’s Market Value to Realised Value (MVRV) ratio at 1.8—historically a trigger for rebounds—while Fundstrat’s Tom Lee highlights Ethereum’s expanding role in stablecoins and global finance. However, persistent selling by whales and long-term holders is prolonging market consolidation, reminiscent of the post-dot-com era, and could extend subdued price action for another year.

Google Finance now integrates real-time prediction market data from Kalshi and Polymarket into its AI-powered platform and search results. The new Deep Search feature, powered by Google’s Gemini AI models, lets users query event odds, view market probabilities, historical trends, sentiment shifts and point-in-time forecasts. Deep Search runs hundreds of simultaneous searches, providing fully cited responses and research plans. The feature launches in Labs with higher limits for AI Pro and Ultra subscribers and rolls out globally—starting in India—in the coming weeks. By combining regulated exchange data from Kalshi with decentralized forecasts from Polymarket, Google Finance offers crypto traders professional-grade market sentiment tools. Weekly turnover in prediction markets topped $2 billion in October. With Polymarket re-entering US markets and Gemini planning its own contracts, this integration could cement prediction market data as a mainstream metric alongside stocks and bonds, enhancing price discovery and data-driven trading strategies.

Bitcoin price plunged below key support levels this week, first breaching $101,000 and then falling under $100,000 to hit $99,971 on Binance’s USDT pair. Traders attribute the drop to profit-taking by large holders, shifting market sentiment, regulatory concerns and institutional flows. The breach of the $100,000 psychological barrier has triggered automated stop-loss orders, intensifying market volatility. Technical analysts are closely watching trading volume and institutional buying as potential stabilizers for Bitcoin price. To navigate the pullback, traders are advised to use dollar-cost averaging, set clear entry and exit points, rebalance portfolios and diversify holdings. While short-term volatility may persist, many investors view this correction as a buying opportunity, citing Bitcoin’s fixed supply, growing institutional adoption and long-term growth narrative.

Miami Mayor Francis Suarez’s decision to take his $97,000 annual pay in Bitcoin has yielded a 300% gain since 2021 amid Bitcoin’s rally. By adopting a Bitcoin salary model, Suarez underscored his confidence in cryptocurrencies as a macroeconomic hedge with “hardcoded monetary properties,” dismissing concerns over daily price swings. The move highlights the growing acceptance of Bitcoin salary schemes in public sector pay. Under Suarez’s leadership, Miami unveiled multiple blockchain initiatives — from smart-city projects to crypto-friendly payments — integrating digital assets into municipal governance. These developments parallel broader trends in decentralized systems, cryptocurrency adoption and AI-powered services, reinforcing Bitcoin’s legitimacy in public finance. Traders should note that while market volatility persists, the example of Suarez’s Bitcoin salary underscores Bitcoin’s potential as a long-term store of value. This institutional endorsement may spur further interest in Bitcoin and related blockchain governance models, suggesting bullish implications for BTC over time.

Circle has updated its USDC stablecoin terms of service, removing a blanket ban on weapons to allow lawful firearm and ammunition purchases using USDC. The revised policy, effective Nov. 5, clarifies that transactions for firearms and related items are permitted when they comply with applicable laws. Circle reserves the right to monitor and block any transactions that breach its terms, including those that facilitate illegal or high-risk activities. Lawmakers including Senators Cynthia Lummis and Bill Hagerty, along with firearms industry group NSSF, praised the change as a defense of Second Amendment rights and an end to “Choke Point” restrictions. By aligning the USDC policy with constitutional protections and the new GENIUS Act framework for payment stablecoins, Circle aims to strengthen its regulatory standing in the US. The update may boost USDC’s utility by enabling users to make legal firearm purchases, reinforcing the stablecoin’s political neutrality and potentially increasing user confidence and adoption.

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

The European Commission plans to publish in December a markets integration package granting the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) expanded powers to directly supervise major cross-border entities—including crypto asset service providers, exchanges, clearinghouses and depositories—to streamline EU crypto regulation and complete the capital markets union. ESMA would gain binding authority to resolve conflicts among national regulators and enforce uniform MiCA rules across member states. ECB President Christine Lagarde and ex-ECB chief Mario Draghi support the plan, arguing that centralized oversight can lower cross-border compliance costs and attract institutional participation. Financial hubs such as Luxembourg and Dublin warn of higher compliance burdens, while Germany’s recent backing may prove decisive. Traders should watch for clearer crypto licensing rules and stronger enforcement, which could boost market stability and trading efficiency.

Binance co-founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao personally invested $2.5 million to acquire Aster tokens, driving the price from $0.91 to a peak of $1.28—a 30%+ surge within minutes. Trading volume rocketed from $224 million to over $2 billion in 24 hours, while self-reported seven-day volume spiked above $70 billion before DefiLlama flagged it for verification. Market cap climbed from $1.8 billion to $2.5 billion. Retail traders opened new long positions following CZ’s lead, even as whales placed significant short orders anticipating a pullback. CZ likened this move to his first BNB purchase in 2017 and plans to buy more Aster at lower levels. Separately, Senator Elizabeth Warren reaffirmed her 2023 AML conviction comments, rejecting Zhao’s defamation claims. Traders should watch Aster’s volatility, volume scrutiny, and potential corrections amid ongoing bullish momentum.

Thodex founder and ex-CEO Faruk Fatih Ozer was found dead on November 1 in his single-person cell at Tekirdag F-Type High Security Prison in Turkey. Authorities have opened a formal suicide investigation. Ozer, serving an unprecedented 11,196-year sentence for aggravated fraud, money laundering and leading an organised crime group, oversaw Thodex’s abrupt collapse in April 2021. The collapse triggered estimated investor losses of $24 million to $2.6 billion. After fleeing to Albania, he was arrested in August 2022 and extradited to Turkey in 2023. Traders are monitoring the impact amid a broader crypto market cap of $3.66 trillion, up 0.39% in 24 hours but down nearly 10% over the past month.

Tether reported $1.5 billion in third-quarter operating profit and $4.5 billion in profit for the first nine months of 2026. At the end of September, Tether held $191.45 billion in reserve assets against $183.50 billion in liabilities, leaving $7.95 billion in excess reserves—up from $4.1 billion at the end of June. BDO prepared the attestation covering the figures. U.S. Treasury bills and related cash-equivalent holdings accounted for $139.58 billion of reserves; Tether separately reported $132.4 billion in direct and indirect Treasury bill holdings. It also held $19.08 billion in gold and $8.37 billion in Bitcoin, whose value had risen from about $5.8 billion in June. Treasury bills and reverse repurchase agreements were the main sources of operating income. USDT represents about 60% of the $297.3 billion stablecoin market. CEO Paolo Ardoino said its user base exceeded 700 million, with adoption concentrated in emerging markets. The larger Tether reserve buffer may support confidence in USDT’s backing and redemption capacity, but does not by itself signal a broad crypto rally. Transparency remains a point of scrutiny: Tether said it completed its first full independent financial statement audit by KPMG US in August, but did not publish the statements.

Strategy reported $19.53 billion in third-quarter 2026 net income, compared with $2.79 billion a year earlier. A $20.91 billion fair-value gain on its Bitcoin holdings drove the result. The gain was non-cash: excluding it, the company’s operating business lost about $2.6 million, and Strategy recorded a $1.89 billion operating loss for the first nine months of 2026. Revenue fell 3% year over year to $125.4 million. Strategy added a net 1,666 BTC in the quarter after buying 7,218 BTC and selling 5,552 BTC. It said the sales helped fund $239.9 million in preferred dividends and $108.6 million in STRC repurchases. The company also raised $5.41 billion by issuing MSTR shares. CEO Phong Le said digital credit had become its primary means of acquiring Bitcoin. The later update said Strategy held 848,517 BTC as of October 25, valued at $68.9 billion, with an average purchase price of about $75,446 per coin. It had bought $14.33 billion worth of Bitcoin year to date and increased its holdings by 26% in 2026, although its BTC Yield was negative 3.7%. The company appeared to pause Bitcoin purchases while focusing on STRC repurchases. Executive Chairman Michael Saylor said he believes a new Bitcoin bull market is beginning, citing renewed institutional demand and Bitcoin’s growing dominance. CFO Andrew Kang is due to leave on November 5 for personal reasons and remain as an adviser through year-end. Phong Le will serve as principal financial officer through 2026, while Reza Virasteh is expected to become co-principal financial officer from January 1 and take on the CFO role in 2027. The results underline that Strategy’s reported earnings are highly sensitive to Bitcoin’s valuation, rather than cash flow from its core business.

Bitcoin fell below $77,000 on October 30 after a major Binance security breach rattled crypto markets, briefly touching about $76,460 before recovering towards $78,000–$78,500. Binance’s preliminary investigation cited a compromised DevOps engineer’s laptop and unauthorised withdrawals. Blockaid tracked at least $3.5 billion flowing out of Binance wallets across four blockchains in under an hour. Binance said it had set aside more than $6.34 billion in company funds, while partners froze about $3 billion; these figures describe different amounts and do not establish a confirmed total loss. The exchange temporarily paused deposits and withdrawals and said it would cover losses with its SAFU fund and corporate resources. The investigation is ongoing. The sell-off drove about $1.53 billion in crypto liquidations over 24 hours, including roughly $1.29 billion in long positions. Bitcoin accounted for about $499 million and Ethereum $358 million, while Binance recorded $754.6 million. Traders are watching Bitcoin support around $76,200–$76,800, with $75,000 also in focus. A sustained move below support could expose $73,000; a recovery above $80,000 could put $84,000–$86,500 in view. Nansen traced some stolen assets, including about $60 million in USDT deposited to Aave to borrow $43.5 million worth of ETH. Withdrawal access, confidence in reserves, market liquidity and any stablecoin depegging will help determine whether the breach triggers wider market stress. In a counterpoint to the sell-off, US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $17.07 million in net inflows on October 29, their fourth consecutive day of inflows.

Trezor is urging customers who bought hardware wallets through former authorized reseller CryptoBilis from March 2026 onward to move their funds to a wallet created with a fresh recovery seed. The warning follows a report that a Trezor Safe 5 purchased on Indonesia’s Tokopedia marketplace may have contained a hardware implant. It could reportedly capture information displayed on the wallet screen, including the recovery phrase, and transmit it over a cellular network. Trezor has not examined the device and says no buyers have reported related losses. It is treating the report as credible and advises customers to consider all Trezor models bought through CryptoBilis potentially unsafe. Restoring an old backup on another device may not protect funds if its seed was exposed. Customers should avoid setting up unopened devices from the reseller, contact Trezor Support and watch for phishing attempts. Trezor ended its official reseller relationship with CryptoBilis in October 2026. The warning follows reports that Ledger devices purchased through the same seller were physically altered; Ledger confirmed an unauthorized hardware implant in one affected device. The cases highlight supply-chain risks for hardware wallets. CryptoBilis buyers should use a trusted device to generate a new seed and never share their recovery phrase.

Brent crude oil rose from $114.03, up 3.5% over 24 hours in the earlier report, to $118.02, up 2.7% over 24 hours in the later update, according to Gate data cited by Odaily. Neither report identified a specific catalyst. The rise in Brent crude oil may influence inflation expectations and broader risk sentiment, but the reports indicate no direct effect on cryptocurrency prices.

Hyperliquid’s HYPE rose more than 16%—with a later report putting its 24-hour gain at about 18%—after Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), owner of the New York Stock Exchange, announced plans with Trade[XYZ] for a regulated US venue offering perpetual futures settled on Hyperliquid. ICE is set to become the exclusive operator of Trade[XYZ]’s regulated markets, and the proposed contracts would cover equities, indices, commodities, currencies and crypto. The plan requires Commodity Futures Trading Commission approval, and no launch date has been announced. ICE has taken a minority stake in Trade[XYZ], while investor Stan Druckenmiller is also backing the project. Trade[XYZ] says its Hyperliquid markets have processed more than $650 billion in volume in just over a year; existing HIP-3 markets will continue. HYPE was reported trading around $91.75–$93, above its 50-day and 200-day moving averages and below its September record near $98. Traders are watching resistance around $97.70 and support near $87.40 and $82.50. Whale buying and selling were nearly balanced, so a sustained breakout may require fresh demand. The ICE partnership strengthens the institutional case for HYPE, but regulatory delays could weigh on the rally. Uniswap’s UNI gained about 3% after the launch of its TJAR fee-conversion infrastructure, but remains down roughly 25% over the past month and below its 50-day average, leaving its move looking more like a relief bounce.

Uniswap has launched Aggregator Hooks, connecting external DEX liquidity—including Curve, Fluid and PancakeSwap—to its v4 routing system through its web app and API. The feature is available on Ethereum mainnet, Base and Robinhood Chain. Uniswap says its seven launch sources cover more than 90% of DEX activity across the supported networks. Its router compares quotes block by block and can combine liquidity from Uniswap and external venues in one transaction, without requiring users to approve tokens separately for external liquidity. The rollout could improve quote competition and help Uniswap retain users by routing trades to external pools. Aggregator Hooks can also direct protocol fees to TokenJar to support UNI burns. But early figures suggest limited fee capture: by 22 October, the feature had routed about $2.85 billion across the three chains, with 85% attributed to Sky’s fee-free LitePSM USDC-USDS swaps. Reported fees totalled just $2,059. Aggregator Hooks’ contribution to UNI value capture therefore remains uncertain, especially if Uniswap needs to charge fees on external pools and traders choose cheaper routes. Its impact on execution quality, fees and trading volumes will need to be assessed as usage develops.

Ethereum spot ETFs recorded a $21.41 million net outflow on 28 October, their third consecutive day of withdrawals. Fidelity’s FETH and Grayscale’s Ethereum Mini Trust saw inflows, while BlackRock’s ETHA had the largest outflow. On 29 October, Ethereum spot ETF outflows widened to $105 million, extending the streak to four days. ETHA led withdrawals with $71.68 million, while FETH recorded a $2.90 million inflow. Total net assets fell from $14.27 billion to $13.984 billion, and cumulative net inflows declined from $12.55 billion to $12.444 billion. The sustained Ethereum spot ETF outflows suggest softer institutional demand in the near term, but daily fund flows alone do not confirm a broader trend in ETH prices.

Securitize plans to integrate with Stellar, making it the fourth blockchain supported by the tokenized-asset platform alongside Ethereum, Solana and Avalanche. The move will allow institutions to issue and manage tokenized financial products on Stellar, with fast settlement and compliance tools including KYC, clawbacks and sanctions screening. No launch date or first supported assets have been announced. Securitize reported about $5 billion in tokenized securities on its platform as of 30 September and manages BlackRock’s BUIDL tokenized money-market fund. Stellar also hosts Franklin Templeton’s tokenized money-market fund and supports MoneyGram’s cross-border payments. The integration gives Securitize clients another network for tokenized assets, but its timing and initial product range remain uncertain. Data from rwa.xyz showed Stellar held $3.77 billion in tokenized real-world assets on 28 October, ranking fourth behind Ethereum, BNB Chain and Solana and about $1.1 billion below Solana. Traders will also be watching a planned Stellar connection to DTCC’s tokenization service, expected in the first half of 2027. The Stellar integration could strengthen the network’s institutional RWA profile, though no immediate market impact is guaranteed.