Category Archives: crypto
Bitcoin’s new problem: it’s not leverage, it’s long-term holders cashing out
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- Posted on November 6, 2025
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Long-term holders have sold approximately 400,000 Bitcoin ($45B) in the past month. This sell-off is driven by spot markets and fading conviction, not high leverage. Bitcoin fell below the key $100,000 level for the first time since June. Bitcoin has once again slipped below the critical $100,000 mark, but the force driving this latest downturn […]
Bitcoin tests $100K support after massive liquidation event rocks market
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- Posted on November 5, 2025
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Bitcoin briefly fell to $100,000 after a sharp market-wide sell-off. Over $1.6 billion in leveraged long positions were liquidated in 24 hours. The crash was fueled by “risk-off” sentiment and Fed rate cut uncertainty. The cryptocurrency market was rocked by a wave of forced selling late Monday, triggering a sharp downturn that saw Bitcoin briefly […]
Altcoins today: Perpetual tokens shed over $2B as ETH slips under $3.5K
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- Posted on November 4, 2025
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Alts suffered a bloodbath on Tuesday as Ethereum surrendered a key level. Perpetual tokens lost over $2B amid broader sell-offs. New US sanctions on North Korea fuel fears of stiffer crypto regulations. Digital assets saw another dip today, as Bitcoin fell to $102,425 after losing nearly 4% of its value over the past 24 hours. […]
Strategy IPO redefines corporate Bitcoin strategy with euro-denominated offering
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- Posted on November 4, 2025
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The company will issue 3.5 million STRE shares, each priced at €100 ($115). Investors will receive a 10% annual dividend, paid quarterly beginning 31 December. Strategy currently holds 641,205 BTC, valued at approximately $47.49 billion. Strategy, the crypto treasury company known for its methodical accumulation of Bitcoin, has unveiled plans for a euro-denominated perpetual stock […]
Kraken expands regulated derivatives in Europe with Bitcoin and Ethereum collateral
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- Posted on November 4, 2025
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The feature applies to more than 150 perpetual futures markets available to European users. The exchange operates under MiCA and MiFID II regulations, with oversight from Ireland and Cyprus. Kraken’s third-quarter revenue rose by 50% to $648 million following its acquisition of NinjaTrader. Kraken has expanded its regulated derivatives offering in the European Union, allowing […]
After worst October in six years, is Bitcoin poised for a November rally?
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- Posted on November 4, 2025
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Bitcoin posted its first negative October performance in six years, now trading at $107k. Fed’s hawkish comments on a potential December rate cut pressured the price. November has historically been one of Bitcoin’s strongest months (42% mean return). Bitcoin is entering November on uncertain footing after suffering its first negative October performance in six years, […]
BitMine doubles down on Ethereum as ETH holdings hit 3.4 million
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- Posted on November 3, 2025
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BitMine buys 82,353 Ethereum tokens as holdings reach 3.4 million. Crypto and cash treasury stands at $13.7 billion. BitMine hits 2.8% of the targeted 5% of the Ethereum supply. BitMine Immersion Technologies, a leader in cryptocurrency mining and advanced cooling solutions, has significantly bolstered its position in the digital asset space. The company has revealed […]
Balancer’s $70 million breach exposes DeFi’s fragile foundation
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- Posted on November 3, 2025
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The moved assets included StakeWise Staked Ether (OSETH), Wrapped Ether (WETH), and Lido wstETH (wSTETH). In September 2023, Balancer suffered a phishing attack that resulted in a loss of about $238,000. A separate August exploit drained nearly $1 million after a vulnerability was found in Balancer’s liquidity pools. A suspected exploit involving nearly $70 million […]
Bitcoin holds $110k as cautious calm returns to crypto markets
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- Posted on November 3, 2025
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Bitcoin is trading steadily around $110,300 as markets consolidate. Traders have largely paused adding new risk after the recent Fed meeting. Bitcoin dominance has risen to approximately 60% of the total crypto market. With Bitcoin holding steady above the key $110,000 level as traders consolidate positions and reassess risk following last week’s hawkish signals from […]
Venezuela to integrate Bitcoin and stablecoins into its banking network by December
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- Posted on October 31, 2025
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Local banks will offer custody, transfers, and crypto-to-fiat exchange services. The bolivar’s sharp depreciation has driven a surge in stablecoin adoption. Conexus currently processes nearly 40% of Venezuela’s electronic payments. Venezuela is preparing to merge its struggling traditional banking system with digital currencies as payment giant Conexus plans to integrate Bitcoin and stablecoins into the […]
Jiuzi Holdings taps SOLV Foundation for its $1B Bitcoin investment plan
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- Posted on October 30, 2025
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Jiuzi commits up to $1B and 10,000 BTC to SOLV’s DeFi yield platform. The partnership bridges TradFi compliance with DeFi Bitcoin finance. JZXN shares have surged over 17% following the strategic announcement. Jiuzi Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: JZXN) has unveiled a sweeping $1 billion Bitcoin finance initiative through a strategic partnership with SOLV Foundation, a decentralised […]
Brazil explores Bitcoin reserves as central bankers meet in Rio
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- Posted on October 30, 2025
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Lawmakers previously proposed a $19 billion Bitcoin reserve. Countries like Germany, Pakistan, and the Philippines are reviewing similar plans. Brazil’s Drex CBDC could support future digital reserve systems. Brazil’s central bank is preparing to host one of Latin America’s most closely watched financial events next month, as global reserve managers gather in Rio de Janeiro […]
Cronos (CRO) rolls out “Smarturn” upgrade for advanced EVM features
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- Posted on October 30, 2025
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Cronos EVM v1.5.0 has officially debuted today, October 30. The upgrade introduces new EVM opcodes, smart accounts, and enhanced interoperability. Smarturn targets a more flexible, faster, and developer-friendly blockchain. The Cronos blockchain has announced the launch of its anticipated Smarturn upgrade, welcoming a new era in its network evolution. The update brings significant improvements across […]
Crypto update: Bitcoin tumbles below $111K as Powell dashes December rate cut hopes
- Posted by rbetz
- Posted on October 30, 2025
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Bitcoin fell below $111,000 after Fed Chair Powell’s hawkish comments. Powell said a December interest rate cut is “not a foregone conclusion.” Major cryptocurrencies like Ethereum, XRP, and Solana also posted losses. Bitcoin and the wider cryptocurrency market took a sharp downturn after US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled that a highly anticipated December […]
Bitcoin, altcoins slip as the Fed lowers interest rates by 25 basis points
- Posted by rbetz
- Posted on October 29, 2025
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The US Fed has cut rates by 25 bps, signaling a softer monetary stance. Bitcoin price is down 3% to $111,400 as traders digest the policy move. Fed to end the quantitative tightening on December 1. The cryptocurrency market has seen renewed volatility after the US Federal Reserve announced a widely expected 25-basis-point interest rate […]






