Delayed U.S. Jobs Report, Zcash Network Upgrade: Crypto Week Ahead

Why It Matters

The convergence of multiple network upgrades and pivotal macro data—especially the delayed jobs report and Fed commentary—could spark volatility in crypto prices, while governance decisions on token supply and yield strategies may reshape investor positioning and liquidity flows.

Summary

The week of Nov. 17 features a slate of crypto network upgrades—including Zilliqa’s 0.19.0 launch, Firo’s hard‑fork, Avalanche’s Granite upgrade, and Zcash 6.1—alongside key governance votes from Convex Finance, Extra Finance DAO, and Usual DAO. Macro headlines include the delayed U.S. September jobs report, Fed speeches by Vice Chair Jefferson and Governor Waller, the release of Oct. 28‑29 FOMC minutes, and Canada’s inflation and PPI data. Earnings releases spotlight Nvidia’s post‑market EPS of $1.25 and Webull’s $0.02. These events collectively set the stage for heightened market activity across both traditional and digital‑asset spheres.