News•Nov 27, 2025
Bitcoin's Ascent May Hit a Wall Around Mid-$90K: Trading Firm
Bitcoin surged past the $90,000 threshold, driven by growing expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut in December. A leading trading firm warned that the rally could encounter resistance around the mid‑$90,000 range. The price move reflects heightened risk‑on sentiment in the cryptocurrency market. Analysts note that a break above this level could attract further institutional capital, while a pullback may spark broader market volatility.
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 27, 2025
Nasdaq Seeks to ‘Super-Size’ Option Limits for BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF
Nasdaq’s International Securities Exchange has petitioned the SEC to raise the position limit for options on BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) from 250,000 to one million contracts. The current cap restricts large traders from efficiently hedging or generating income, prompting Nasdaq...
By Cointelegraph
News•Nov 27, 2025
Asia Morning Briefing: Bitcoin's Fragile Rally Is Built on Shrinking Liquidity
Bitcoin’s recent price rally is increasingly precarious, as on‑chain data shows liquidity drying up. Large‑holder deposits to exchanges have surged, indicating that whales are positioning for potential exits. Simultaneously, realized losses across the market are climbing, suggesting that recent gains...
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 27, 2025
DWF Labs Launches $75M Fund for ‘Institutional Phase’ of DeFi
DWF Labs announced a new fund of up to $75 million aimed at accelerating the institutional phase of decentralized finance. The capital will back projects building dark‑pool perpetual DEXs, decentralized money markets, and yield‑bearing products across Ethereum, BNB Smart Chain, Solana...
By Cointelegraph
News•Nov 27, 2025
Tom Lee Cools on $250K Bitcoin Call, Year-End ATH Now Just a ‘Maybe’
BitMine chair Tom Lee, a prominent Bitcoin advocate, has softened his earlier forecast that Bitcoin would reach $250,000 by the end of 2025. While still asserting that the cryptocurrency’s "best days" lie ahead, Lee now describes a year‑end all‑time‑high as...
By Cointelegraph
News•Nov 26, 2025
Alien BTC Findings: If Humans Vanished, Bitcoin’s Block Time and Difficulty Would Preserve Our Collapse
A speculative CryptoSlate piece imagines a post‑human world where Bitcoin’s protocol continues to run autonomously. It explains how the network’s block‑time rules and difficulty‑adjustment algorithm would keep mining blocks even as hash power dwindles. The article shows that Bitcoin’s immutable...
By CryptoSlate
News•Nov 26, 2025
Conor McGregor Calls Out Khabib over NFTs, Gets Shut Down by ZachXBT
Conor McGregor publicly condemned Khabib Nurmagomedov’s NFT drop featuring Dagestani papakhas, only to be called out by on‑chain analyst ZachXBT for his own failed celebrity memecoin, REAL. The token launched in April with a sealed‑bid auction, raised just 39% of...
By Cointelegraph
News•Nov 26, 2025
Bitcoin Shows ‘Strong Negative Correlation’ with USDt Activity: Glassnode
Glassnode’s latest analysis reveals a strong negative correlation between Bitcoin’s price and net USDT flows from exchanges over the past two years. When USDT exits exchanges in volumes of $100‑$200 million daily, Bitcoin tends to rally, with outflows exceeding $220 million during...
By Cointelegraph
News•Nov 26, 2025
Tokenized Money Market Funds Surge to $9B, BIS Warns of New Risks
Tokenized money‑market funds have surged to nearly $9 billion, a tenfold increase since the end of 2023. The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) warns that this rapid growth introduces new liquidity and contagion risks, especially given the reliance on permissioned wallets...
By Cointelegraph
News•Nov 26, 2025
New UAE Sweeping Banking Decree Looks to Cement Country’s Global Crypto Position
UAE’s central bank has introduced a sweeping financial decree that brings cryptocurrency and blockchain activities under its regulatory umbrella. The law requires all crypto service providers to obtain licenses and subjects them to the same AML/KYC standards as traditional banks....
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
Hyperliquid Catches Flak for Reassigning MON Ticker
Pixelmon paid nearly $500,000 to acquire the MON ticker on the Hyperliquid exchange earlier this year. Hyperliquid later reassigned the MON symbol to a different project, Monad, effectively overwriting Pixelmon's branding. The move sparked criticism from the crypto community, accusing...
By The Defiant
News•Nov 26, 2025
Binance Launches Concierge Crypto Service for Wealth Managers, Family Offices
Binance has introduced a concierge‑style crypto service aimed at family offices, asset managers and private funds. The offering provides personalized onboarding, support for over 100 fiat currencies, tailored structured products, credit lines, institutional‑grade custody and real‑time analytics. Binance positions the...
By Cointelegraph
News•Nov 26, 2025
APT Trades Little Changed, Undeperforms Wider Crypto Market Rally
The token has support around the $2.16 level and resistance at $2.31.
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
Struggling to Sleep? You’re Not Alone – How Bitcoin’s Recent Price Crash Is Affecting Other Traders IRL
Bitcoin’s price plunged below $80,000, marking a roughly 31% decline from its recent peak, before rebounding to around $88,000. A CEX.io survey found that the sharp drop triggered widespread sleeplessness among retail traders who monitored markets through the night. The...
By CryptoSlate
News•Nov 26, 2025
Nasdaq ISE Files to Lift BlackRock IBIT Option Limits Into Top Tier Status
Nasdaq ISE has filed to move BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) options into top‑tier status, reflecting the rapid growth of crypto‑linked derivatives in the United States. IBIT options have seen double‑digit volume gains and a shift of open interest from...
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
House Democrats Issue Report Detailing Trump Crypto Ties as 'New Age of Corruption'
Democratic staff on the House Judiciary Committee released a report exposing President Donald Trump’s extensive involvement in cryptocurrency businesses that have generated substantial wealth for his family. The document details how Trump‑affiliated firms allegedly amassed roughly $500 million through unregistered digital‑asset...
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
Bitcoin Retakes $90K in Break From Typical Pre-Thanksgiving Price Action
Bitcoin surged past the $90,000 mark on Wednesday, breaking the customary pre‑Thanksgiving price dip that traders have come to expect. The rally was fueled by a sharp increase in trading volume and renewed buying interest from institutional investors. Technical charts...
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
XLM Edges Higher 2.6% to $0.25 as U.S. Bank Tests Stablecoin Pilot
Major banking institution selects XLM network for programmable digital currency pilot program
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
Hedera Jumps 1% Breaking Through $0.143 Resistance
Institutional accumulation drives HBAR above key technical levels as futures launch approaches.
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
DeFi’s $55B Plunge Isn’t the Disaster It Looks Like
DeFi’s total value locked (TVL) has slumped by roughly $55 billion since October, marking the steepest decline in the sector’s recent history. Despite the headline‑grabbing drop, core protocols are posting steady revenue gains and user engagement remains robust. Decentralized exchange (DEX)...
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
Bolivia to Integrate Crypto, Stablecoins Into the Financial System
Bolivia’s economic ministry announced that banks will be permitted to custody cryptocurrencies and stablecoins, allowing digital assets to serve as legal tender for savings accounts, credit products, and loans. The move targets the country’s chronic inflation—averaging over 22% in the...
By Cointelegraph
News•Nov 26, 2025
S&P Downgrades Tether's USDT, Citing Falling Bitcoin Prices as Risk
S&P Global Ratings has downgraded Tether’s flagship stablecoin USDT, lowering its rating after noting a growing exposure to Bitcoin within its reserve pool. The agency highlighted that Bitcoin now represents a significant share of USDT’s backing, making the token vulnerable...
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
How the SEC’s Revised 2025 Plan Could Streamline Crypto Oversight
The SEC unveiled a revised 2025 agenda that seeks to create a dedicated regulatory framework for digital assets. The plan introduces crypto‑specific exemptions, safe‑harbor provisions, and rules to permit trading on national securities exchanges. It also aims to streamline disclosure...
By Cointelegraph
News•Nov 26, 2025
Crypto Long & Short: The Striking Dichotomy in DeFi Tokens Post 10/10
The Crypto Long & Short newsletter from Martin Gaspar examines the stark split between long and short positions in DeFi tokens following the October 10 market plunge. It highlights how the sell‑off generated deep price dislocations, creating potential upside for...
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
US Growth Projected at 2.4% for 2026: Does This Protect Bitcoin From Harsh Crypto Winter?
Bank of America projects US real GDP will grow 2.4% in 2026, citing five supportive tailwinds including fiscal stimulus, delayed Fed cuts, and a more favorable trade environment. JPMorgan, however, warns of persistent macro headwinds that could temper that growth....
By CryptoSlate
News•Nov 26, 2025
Crypto Market Maker Portofino Said to Be Hit by Another Wave of Staff Departures
Crypto market maker Portofino is experiencing another wave of senior staff exits. Its chief revenue officer and chief of staff have both departed, according to sources. The departures follow earlier turnover at the firm, raising concerns about leadership stability. Portofino’s...
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
Crypto Bottoming Signs? FT Drops Trifecta of Bitcoin Gloom on Wednesday
The Financial Times published a stark three‑part analysis on Wednesday, branding Bitcoin’s recent price slide as a “trifecta of gloom.” The piece coincided with the United Kingdom’s latest tax hike, which targets high‑net‑worth individuals and could further suppress crypto demand....
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
Bitcoin Treasury Firm DDC Jumps 22% as Company Adds 100 BTC to Treasury During Market Pullback
Digital Dollar Capital (DDC), a bitcoin‑focused treasury firm, announced a fresh acquisition of 100 BTC, raising its total holdings to 1,183 BTC. The purchase was made during a notable market pullback, prompting the company's shares to jump 22% in after‑hours...
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
Grayscale Files to Convert Zcash Trust Into Spot ZEC ETF
The move follows ZEC’s massive rally since late September.
By The Defiant
News•Nov 26, 2025
Bitcoin Analysis Sees $89K Short Squeeze with S&P 500 2% From All-Time High
Bitcoin hovered near $87,000 as analysts flagged a short‑squeeze potential, citing clustered stop‑loss orders around $88,250 that could propel the price toward $89,000. Liquidity data from CoinGlass and TradingView identified key pockets at $84,500 and $88,500, while the long/short ratio...
By Cointelegraph
News•Nov 26, 2025
The Protocol: Monad Airdrop + Blockchain Go Live
Also: Celestia’s Matcha Upgrade, Fidelity on Fusaka and World’s New Payroll Pilot.
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
Grayscale Files to List First Zcash ETF in the U.S. Amid 1,000% Rally
Grayscale Investment Trust has filed a proposal to convert its Zcash Trust into a spot exchange‑traded fund, positioning it as the first U.S. listed Zcash ETF. The move follows a dramatic 1,000% rally in ZEC, which has outperformed both Bitcoin...
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
Robinhood Makes Prediction Market Push With Purchase of Former FTX Platform LedgerX
Robinhood announced the acquisition of LedgerX, the former FTX‑owned prediction‑market platform, in partnership with market‑making giant SIG. The deal gives Robinhood a CFTC‑approved license to offer regulated crypto futures, options and binary contracts. By integrating LedgerX’s infrastructure with SIG’s liquidity,...
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
Four Reasons Why Ethereum Price Remains Bullish Above $2,800
Ethereum (ETH) has rebounded 11% since falling below $3,000 on Nov. 22, reclaiming the $2,800 support zone. Apparent demand surged to a 26‑month high of 90,995 ETH, while spot ETH ETFs recorded $230.9 million of inflows after a week of heavy outflows. Analysts...
By Cointelegraph
News•Nov 26, 2025
How Cooling Inflation Historically Affects Bitcoin Narratives and Price Behavior
The article examines how declining inflation reshapes Bitcoin’s narrative, moving it from a pure inflation hedge toward a liquidity‑driven growth asset. It reviews three historical periods—2013‑15, 2018‑19, and 2022‑24—showing how each cooling phase altered price dynamics and institutional interest. Volatility...
By Cointelegraph
News•Nov 26, 2025
CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: Only Bitcoin Cash (BCH) Gains, Up 2.8%
Internet Computer (ICP) fell 3.4% and Litecoin (LTC) dropped 1.7%, leading the index lower. .
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
Debate Erupts over Crypto’s Network Effects as Investors Question L1 Value
A debate has erupted over whether cryptocurrencies exhibit true network effects, with Inversion Capital founder Santiago Roel Santos arguing that L1 blockchains are overvalued because they lack the positive feedback loops seen in platforms like Facebook. Santos cites Metcalfe’s Law...
By Cointelegraph
News•Nov 26, 2025
Thailand Asks Sam Altman’s World to Delete 1.2M Iris Scans over Data Risks
Thailand’s Economic and Social Development Board has ordered Sam Altman‑backed World to delete the iris scans of 1.2 million Thai users, citing violations of the country’s Personal Data Protection Act. The directive follows a raid on a local Orb scanning site...
By Cointelegraph
News•Nov 26, 2025
Next Week Could Decide Whether SEC Lets Your Apple Shares Live On-Chain — with the Same Protections
The SEC’s Investor Advisory Committee will meet on Dec. 4 to address how publicly traded equities could be issued and traded on a blockchain with the same regulatory protections as traditional shares. The discussion moves beyond wrapped derivatives and speculative tokens,...
By CryptoSlate
News•Nov 26, 2025
A New Crypto Project Vowed to Transform Stablecoins. Then Its Token Crashed 90%
A newly launched crypto project promised to overhaul stablecoin infrastructure, but its native token has slumped nearly 90% from its early peak. Thin on-chain usage, mounting supply pressure, and limited communication from the team have intensified market uncertainty. The token’s...
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
Swiss Bank AMINA Trials Google Cloud's Ledger for Instant Payments
Swiss private bank AMINA has completed a pilot using Google Cloud’s Universal Ledger to process fiat payments instantly. The test demonstrated that banks can settle transactions in real time without issuing a new digital currency. Google’s cloud‑based ledger acted as...
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
Filecoin Rises 1.8% as Storage Token Defies Crypto Weakness
The decentralized storage protocol showed selective strength while broader digital assets retreated.
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
Bitcoin Flashes Reliable Bottom Signal as Short-Term Holders Capitulate
Analysts see Bitcoin forming a reliable bottom as short‑term holders capitulate, with the price rebounding alongside U.S. equity strength. The rally has pushed Bitcoin above the $84,000 level and is now testing the $88,000 threshold, which many view as the...
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
Blockrise Wins Dutch MiCA License, Brings Bitcoin-Backed Loans to EU Businesses
Blockrise, a Netherlands‑based Bitcoin‑only firm, secured a Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) license under the EU’s Markets in Crypto‑Assets (MiCA) framework, allowing it to offer regulated Bitcoin custody, trading and asset‑management services across Europe. The company launched a...
By Cointelegraph
News•Nov 26, 2025
Securitize Gets EU Green Light, Plans Tokenized Securities Platform on Avalanche
Securitize has secured regulatory approval in the European Union to operate a tokenized securities platform, extending its compliant infrastructure across both the U.S. and EU. The firm will launch the service on Avalanche, leveraging the blockchain’s high throughput and low‑cost...
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
FCA Trials Crypto Transparency Templates as UK Shapes New Rulebook
The FCA approved RegTech firm Eunice to pilot standardized crypto disclosure templates in its sandbox, testing them with major exchanges such as Coinbase, Crypto.com and Kraken. The experiment seeks to boost market transparency and feed real‑world data into the UK’s...
By Cointelegraph
News•Nov 26, 2025
Trump-Backed WLFI Ramps up Buybacks as Token Lingers 50% Below Launch Price
The Trump family‑backed venture WLFI has spent nearly $8 million buying its own token, WLFI, in an effort to prop up a market that is currently trading about 50% below its launch price. By purchasing tokens, WLFI seeks to artificially reduce...
By Cointelegraph
News•Nov 26, 2025
3x Damages Threat From a 284-Page Binance Terror-Financing Case Puts Exchanges on Notice
A 284-page complaint lodged in a North Dakota federal court accuses Binance, its former CEO Changpeng Zhao, and executive Guangying "Heina" Chen of facilitating terror financing linked to the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks. The lawsuit, filed on behalf of 306 American...
By CryptoSlate
News•Nov 26, 2025
Crypto Markets Today: Altcoins Remain Subdued, MON Surges on Upbit Listing
Crypto markets held steady on Wednesday, with Bitcoin unchanged and the broader market still classified as being in "extreme fear." Altcoins remained largely muted across major exchanges, reflecting cautious trader sentiment. The standout exception was MON, which surged sharply after...
By CoinDesk
News•Nov 26, 2025
Smaller Turkey For Bitcoin Holders As Holiday Price Comes In Lower Year Over Year
Bitcoin’s Thanksgiving level looks set to trail 2024, echoing prior cooldown years.
By CoinDesk