At FinTech Week, the Standard Chartered CEO said Hong Kong’s digital asset pilots, including HKD-backed stablecoins and tokenized deposits, could transform cross-border trade, as regulators unveiled new rules allowing shared order books for crypto exchanges.
The company is converting parts of its mining footprint into AI-ready data centers, including a site in Grand Falls, New Brunswick, that could support 25,000 GPUs.
The broader crypto market remains under pressure as volatility intensifies and traders weigh the chances of another short-term correction. Bitcoin’s struggle to reclaim key resistance has rippled across major altcoins, dampening overall market sentiment. Amid this uncertainty, Ethereum stands at a pivotal point—attempting to recover toward the $4,000 level while technical indicators hint at a …
Hong Kong is stepping up its game in the crypto world. In a major move announced at the Hong Kong Fintech Week, the city’s financial regulator said that licensed crypto exchanges will now be able to connect with global markets, breaking away from the city’s current isolated trading setup. This marks a major shift in …
Bitcoin dropped another 2% to start November as network data warned of a potential BTC price dip below the $100,000 support level.
Bitcoin has treated $106,400 as a pivot across the current cycle, acting as both resistance and support. Price has repeatedly clustered near the level, cleared it on retests, and expanded toward the next channel bands, while breaks below the level often required a repair phase before any advance. My charts below show price channels that […]
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Skipping cryp to taxes can trigger hefty fines and legal issues. Find out what really happens if you fail to report or pay taxes on your holdings.
The DeFi world woke up to another major blow on November 3, 2025, after Balancer, a popular decentralized finance protocol, was hit by a major exploit draining over $116.6 million worth of assets across multiple blockchains. The hack drained large amounts of osETH, WETH, and wstETH, raising fresh concerns about DeFi protocol security. Here’s how …
According to reports, Evernorth — a Ripple-backed treasury firm — has agreed to merge with Armada Acquisition Corp II and plans to list under the XRPN ticker. Related Reading: Forget Billions—XRP Could Hit Trillions, Leading Expert Says The SPAC deal aims to raise $1 billion to build what Evernorth calls a large XRP treasury. Ripple and co-founder Chris Larsen contributed XRP to the project. Nine days after the SPAC announcement, reports said Evernorth had already received $1 billion worth of XRP. The merger is targeted to close in Q1 2026. On Contributions & Cash Buying Because the early inputs were paid in XRP rather than cash, immediate upward pressure on exchange order books did not happen. Market purchases require fiat or cash to be placed into public markets. SBI’s announced $300 million cash pledge is one example of money that could be used to buy XRP outright. But so far most of the headline amounts are XRP moved into a treasury, not fresh cash hitting exchanges. It is my understanding the new @evernorthxrp venture will raise $1BN through XRP direct investment, as announced and as we’ve seen on the chain. So you thinking “how will that affect open market XRP?”. Let me explain. There next plan is to IPO on stock exchange. This will raise… — Vincent Van Code (@vincent_vancode) October 27, 2025 Analyst Signals Incoming ‘Shock’ Vincent Van Code, a software engineer and active voice in the XRP community, told followers on X that the bigger event may still be ahead. He said the IPO itself could bring billions in new cash. If those funds are later used to buy XRP on the open market, he warned, existing supply could tighten and a “supply shock” might follow. Van Code did not offer a fixed timetable. Other commentators, including a market voice known as Nietzbux, have already framed the development as strongly bullish for XRP. Why The Timing Matters Based on reports, the sequence is what could change prices: cash raised first, then purchases on public markets. If that order is reversed — cash arrives and large buys follow quickly — liquidity could be tested. Exchanges have varying depth. A single large buyer can move prices more in thin markets than in thick ones. That is simple market mechanics. It is also why some community members are watching the SPAC schedule closely. There will come a time where XRP and XRPL is just where you keep most of your wealth. That is called Treasury. Hint hint. — Vincent Van Code (@vincent_vancode) October 17, 2025 Related Reading: Dogecoin Flashback: Mirror Move Hints At Record-Breaking Surge XRP’s Role And The Broader Narrative A number of developers and analysts now speak of XRP not only as a payment bridge but also as a treasury asset inside the XRPL ecosystem. Van Code suggested that a time may come when people keep a big share of their wealth in XRP and on the XRP Ledger. Ripple’s CTO David Schwartz has emphasized similar ideas about self-custody and on-ledger utility. Those themes are being reused as part of the argument for long-term demand. Featured image from Gemini, chart from TradingView
With the talk around altcoin season fading, many traders are wondering if the altcoin season has come to an end. But according to analyst Virtual Bacon, it’s not over yet, in fact, it might just be entering its strongest phase. With Bitcoin dominance still below 62% and the Federal Reserve signaling a liquidity shift, Bacon …
The license positions Zerohash as one of the first MiCA-approved stablecoin infrastructure companies, strengthening its appeal to institutions.
Kyrgyzstan, a small Central Asian nation, is showing growing interest in digital assets. The country has recently made headlines for its growing involvement with Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) in efforts to develop its crypto space. However, recent remarks from President Sadyr Japarov linking CZ to a new bank has drawn attention and sparked discussion …
Trump again denied ties to Binance co-founder CZ amid reports that the exchange helped facilitate a $2 billion stablecoin deal linked to his World Liberty Financial platform.
Your look at what's coming in the week starting Nov. 3.
Balancer may have suffered a $70 million DeFi exploit, as millions in staked Ether were transferred to a new wallet, reigniting concerns over protocol security.
Nothing wakes up traders like red across every chart. Today, the crypto market saw its total capitalization plunge 3.2% to $3.6 trillion. This is with an eye-watering $400 million in crypto liquidations in 24 hours. Bitcoin led the charge downwards, dipping below $107,500 and forcing out over 162,000 long traders, while Ethereum posted almost as …
DeFi protocol Balancer appears to have been exploited, with over $70 million in ether derivatives moved out of its vaults, per onchain data.
A stark line in the sand has emerged for Dogecoin. Market analyst Ali Martinez (X: @ali_charts) argues that the meme-coin’s near-term trajectory is binary around the $0.18 handle, pairing a channel-based price map with an on-chain URPD readout that concentrates risk directly below. His warning is unambiguous: “Dogecoin fate could hinge on $0.18. If it fails, $0.07 might be next.” Dogecoin Needs To Bounce Now Martinez published a one-day chart on November 1 depicting DOGE oscillating inside an ascending channel and presently testing its lower boundary. The chart print shows Binance’s perpetual pair near $0.187 at the time of capture, with a dotted path that either springs from this “buy-the-dip” zone toward the channel’s midline near $0.26 and ultimately the upper rail around $0.33, or, if the support snaps, ejects into a materially lower range. Related Reading: Dogecoin Whales Are Offloading Hundreds Of Millions Of DOGE, Here Are The Facts He summarized the bullish path succinctly in a separate post attached to the same chart: “$0.18 looks like a strong buy-the-dip zone for Dogecoin before a potential run toward $0.26 or $0.33.” Pressed by a user on what had changed, Martinez replied: “Nothing has changed. On both posts everything depends on the $0.18 support level.” On-Chain Data Confirms Critical Situation The technical map is reinforced by on-chain positioning. Martinez shared a Glassnode UTXO Realized Price Distribution (URPD) for DOGE partitioned by the all-time-high epoch. URPD bins supply by the last on-chain transaction price, highlighting cost-basis clusters that often function as support and resistance when those cohorts are confronted with drawdowns or break-evens. Related Reading: Bullish Window For Dogecoin Opens in November, Analyst Says The histogram Martinez posted features a conspicuous bulge around $0.073, labeled at 28,278,554,566.513 DOGE (18.66%), and a secondary local node centered near $0.17741885, labeled at 5,040,878,150.654 DOGE (3.33%). Moreover, the chart exposes a heavy 36+ billion DOGE cluster across $0.18–$0.21 — a critical zone that price has already broken below, adding pressure to the downside. The implication is straightforward: there is a visible pocket of realized-price liquidity at roughly $0.18 that might catch price on first test; but should that shelf fail, the next dense cohort sits far lower, near seven cents, where nearly a fifth of supply last changed hands. This pairing of a technical threshold with an on-chain vacuum is what underpins Martinez’s either-or framing. The channel study delineates $0.18 as structural support on the daily timeframe; the URPD shows why the downside air pocket could be deep if sellers force capitulation below that level. Conversely, a defense of $0.18 would align with his mapped rebound toward the channel’s median near $0.26, with stretch potential to the upper boundary around $0.33 if momentum persists. In Martinez’s words, “everything depends on the $0.18 support level.” At press time, DOGE traded at $0.173. Featured image created with DALL.E, chart from TradingView.com
The affected funds include 6,850 osETH, 6,590 WETH, and 4,260 wstETH, blockchain data analyzed by CoinDesk showed.
The tension between US Senator Elizabeth Warren and Binance founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao is heating up again. After Zhao’s lawyers accused Warren of defamation over her comments about his criminal case, her legal team firmly pushed back, saying her statements were based on verified facts and public records. Warren Stands Her Ground The dispute began …
What if Bitcoin crashes? Will Ether and XRP fall with it or hold their ground? Discover how a BTC slump could rattle the entire crypto market.
Following a bearish monthly close, sellers have tightened their grip on the crypto markets. Bitcoin price slipped below $107,500, breaching a crucial support level near $108,000, while Solana price plunged to $176, losing its strong October base between $178 and $180. The weak start to November has left traders cautious, as the SOL price dropped …
The crypto market is crashing today, with Bitcoin (BTC) Price struggling to hold key support levels despite last week’s U.S. Federal Reserve rate cut. BTC Price has dropped to around $108,000, sparking widespread concern among traders and investors. Analysts now warn that the Bitcoin price crash to get worse, possibly falling as low as $88,000, …
BTC's monthly chart shows indecision at record highs.
Polymarket is preparing to relaunch in the US by the end of this month, and has teased an upcoming token launch.
The Swiss banking group’s Austrian subsidiary, AMINA EU, will spearhead a European market launch and accelerated expansion into the trading block.
What to Know: Easing US-China trade tensions, coupled with potential institutional inflows, signal a positive November outlook for Bitcoin. As the macroeconomic tailwinds ignite investor optimism, Bitcoin Hyper – a Layer 2 solution emerges as the one of the next 100x cryptos as it aims to bring speed, scalability, and innovation to Bitcoin’s Layer 1. The project has already raised $25.6M in its presale, signaling the growing investor conviction in its long-term potential. Early buyers expect a 553% upside if price predictions hold true. Despite Bitcoin’s Uptober buzz that made rounds earlier last month, the coin’s performance was disappointing. The US-China trade tensions triggered a massive market crash on October 10th, and $BTC, which had touched an ATH of $126K dipped to $103K within a week. However, true to its well-known resilience, Bitcoin was among the first to rebound, consolidating near $110K. Then came the Fed’s 25 bps rate cut, which caused $BTC to slip slightly again – but traders aren’t too concerned, as $BTC dips following FOMC meetings have historically been followed by rallies. That said, the trade tensions between the US and China have also eased with President Trump and President Xi agreeing on a trade framework in a face-to-face meeting in Busan. The market absorbed the news and reacted positively, pushing $BTC up modestly to $111K. As of press time, $BTC trades at $107K. That said, optimism remains high among Bitcoin holders this November. With Strategy’s Saylor hinting at a potential $BTC buy soon, traders expect fresh institutional inflows to put crypto back in the driver’s seat this November. Simultaneously, investors are looking for emerging altcoins with strong upside to ride Bitcoin’s next bull run. Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) – a Layer 2 project in the making – aims to revitalize Bitcoin’s aging network with speed, scalability, and innovation. Investor conviction in the project’s potential is already evident, with its presale soaring past $25.6M. Why Bitcoin’s Blockchain Needs an Upgrade Bitcoin is the spark that ignited the $3.64T crypto revolution, and its market dominance of 59.6% continues to make it one of the most trusted cryptos globally. However, Bitcoin’s has several issues: Slow transaction speed, as the network now processes around 2–10 tx/s as opposed to Solana’s 800–1,200 tx/s. As of November 2, Bitcoin’s average confirmation time sits at 34.10 minutes, compared to Solana’s 400–600 milliseconds. Low throughput and slow confirmations have turned everyday Bitcoin payments into a hassle for its users. Network sluggishness creates congestion, so users compete for limited block space, which increases the fees even for small-value transactions. Bitcoin’s rigid architecture lacks native support for smart contracts and dApps, rendering Bitcoin’s blockchain impractical for modern DeFi needs. It’s pretty clear by now – while Bitcoin is a great store of value and hailed as digital gold, its blockchain continues to weigh it down with inherent limitations. So, is there a way for $BTC holders to step up their game? Well, that’s where Bitcoin Hyper steps up as a savior, turning Bitcoin’s limitations into opportunities. Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) – A Layer-2 Leap Forward for the World’s Oldest Blockchain Any network aiming for DeFi domination must master three core areas. Bitcoin Hyper stands out as a clear winner on all fronts. 1. Speed The project will integrate with Solana Virtual Machine (SVM) – the DNA behind Solana’s lightning-fast transactions – to deliver unsurpassed speed to $BTC users. While Bitcoin’s current network processes transactions sequentially, the SVM integration will process thousands of transactions in parallel, enabling high-performance smart contracts and scalable dApps within the Bitcoin ecosystem. 2. Scalability/cross-chain operability Bitcoin Hyper will use a Canonical Bridge to deliver seamless cross-chain operability. Once you deposit $BTC into the Canonical Bridge, it mints an equivalent amount of wrapped $BTC on the Layer 2. These tokens are your key to trading in DeFi, buying NFTs, or interacting with dApps. You can withdraw your $BTC back to the main chain at any time using the same bridge. So, you’re not locked into the $HYPER ecosystem once you join. 3. Security And the best part is that Bitcoin Hyper’s L2 is protected by Bitcoin’s iron-clad security at all times. The L2 will batch transactions from the main chain, compress them into succinct zero-knowledge proofs, and commit them to Bitcoin’s base chain Learn more about the process in our ‘What Is Bitcoin Hyper’ guide. At the center of this scalable, lightning-fast, and secure ecosystem lies $HYPER, the native token that fuels everything within. With $HYPER in your portfolio, you can: Pay for instantaneous transactions at near-zero fees Access an entire suite of DeFi tools from staking, swapping, lending, yield farming, and more Unlock native smart contracts and decentralized apps Participate in ecosystem governance Moreover, the project plans to build a unified web and mobile dashboard for users, featuring seamless wallet integrations that enable seamless interaction with dApps across devices. Here’s how to buy $HYPER in 4 simple steps. $HYPER Presale Heats Up – Early Investors Anticipate Explosive Gains Bitcoin Hyper has already turned heads by amassing $25.6M in its presale. Whale buys have driven much of this success, with one whale scooping $HYPER worth $93K just two days ago. One $HYPER today sits at $0.013215 with a juicy staking APY of 46%. If our $HYPER prediction comes true, one token could surge to $0.08625 by 2026. That means a $500 investment in $HYPER today could grow into $3,265 in one year – a 553% increase. And, that’s an upside from price appreciation alone. Remember, you can also earn passive income by staking your tokens. With the next price jump just a day away, now’s your cue to grab $HYPER before the presale takes off! Secure your $HYPER and ride the Bitcoin revolution. Authored by Aaron Walker, NewsBTC — https://www.newsbtc.com/news/bitcoin-hyper-fixing-bitcoin-why-whales-invested-millions
The crypto and political worlds collided again after U.S. President Donald Trump claimed he doesn’t know Changpeng Zhao, the Binance founder he pardoned just a few days ago. The surprising statement came during his November 2, 2025, interview on CBS’s 60 Minutes, leaving both critics and crypto enthusiasts in disbelief, as many called him a …
Internet Computer price made headlines with a sharp 10% rally to $3.96, standing out as one of the few Layer-1 tokens with double-digit weekly gains. The move wasn’t out of thin air. Short liquidations, a timely technical bounce from Fibonacci support, and robust market volume propelled the ICP price higher. As market cap jumped by …
Hong Kong is updating its crypto trading rules to allow local licensed exchanges to connect directly with global markets. This ends the previous system that restricted trading within the city’s borders, enabling greater market liquidity and access to international capital. The change aligns Hong Kong’s crypto regulations with global standards and supports its goal to …