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Bitcoin price analysis sees $94K swipe as ETF options launch arrives

Bitcoin refuses to bow to sellers as BTC price action stages a rebound toward all-time highs.

Final FTX exec to be sentenced on Nov. 20 — What should users expect?

Three of the five individuals indicted in the FTX case have been sent to prison, while one was given time served.

Ethereum price targets $3.7K on soaring ‘smart money’ interest

Smart money sentiment around Ether is significantly positive. Is it a sign that ETH’s rally will continue?

Bitcoin dominance will fall in 2025: Benjamin Cowen, X Hall of Flame

The money printer will crank up in 2025 and Bitcoin dominance will fall, says Into The Cryptoverse founder Benjamin Cowen. X Hall of Flame.

Securitize, Elixir launch DeFi vaults for Blackrock’s BUIDL

Holders of BlackRock's tokenized money fund can now tap into DeFi opportunities while earning interest from United States Treasury bills, Securitize said.

Can treasury-linked stablecoins bring stability to DeFi?

Flare Network’s USDX stablecoin introduces treasury yields to DeFi, challenging established players like USDC in terms of economic utility.

Bitfinex Securities debuts tokenized US T-bills under El Salvador laws

Bitfinex Securities’ initial offering targets to raise a minimum of $30 million to proceed with the issuance of the token that will be traded under the ticker USTBL.

Chainlink, Microsoft, Banco Inter collaborate on Brazil’s CBDC pilot

The Drex phase two pilot leverages Chainlink’s CCIP and Microsoft’s cloud infrastructure to innovate trade finance automation.

US crypto exchange Gemini launches in France after DASP registration

Gemini’s market entry comes as France has added at least 2% more crypto users over the past two years, according to the firm.

NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal signs $11M Astrals NFT settlement

Shaquille O’Neal signed an $11 million settlement in exchange for dismissing a class-action lawsuit. 

Nansen 2 brings transparency, analytics to Tron ecosystem

Nansen and Tron team up to take advantage of each other's strengths to bolster their services.

Sunlight is more effective than censorship

Blockchain removed the need to trust authorities with our money. Now it can remove the need to trust them with the truth.

Hamster Kombat user drop ‘expected’ but team plans to ‘re-engage’

Hamster Kombat is planning its comeback as Telegram Mini Apps Paws and Blum surge in popularity. 

Bitfinity Network launches Bitcoin L2 with $12M backing

Bitfinity Network secures $12M to bring EVM compatibility and expanded DeFi functionality to Bitcoin using ICP’s Chain Fusion.

AI and big data tokens surge 131% amid Bitcoin rull run

AI and big data crypto projects rebound sharply, nearing all-time highs as investor confidence surges in the ongoing Bitcoin rally.

Bitcoin metric breakout teases 'inevitable' 90% BTC price rally next

Bitcoin bulls are getting rare key breakout signs from classic BTC price chart metrics this month.

Multichain self-custody is the future

As blockchain ecosystems expand, multichain self-custody wallets emerge as a potential solution to fragmentation issues, promising improved user experience and broader Web3 adoption.

California judge rules DAO members liable under partnership laws

A16z Crypto’s Miles Jennings posted on X that the ruling is a “huge blow” to decentralized governance. 

Why US spot Bitcoin options launch is such a big deal

“The floodgates for Bitcoin’s next evolution in financial markets are about to open,” said Bitcoin custody firm Theya's head of growth, Joe Consorti. 

Why US spot Bitcoin options launch is such a big deal

“The floodgates for Bitcoin’s next evolution in financial markets are about to open,” said Bitcoin custody firm Theya's head of growth, Joe Consorti. 

Binance clarifies BFUSD isn’t a stablecoin as X gets Terra flashbacks

Binance clarified its forthcoming BFUSD asset is not a stablecoin after crypto users showed concerns over its promise of high yields.

Judge rejects Kraken’s bid to challenge decision in SEC case

Kraken won’t get the chance to appeal a California District Court judge’s decision that found the SEC had adequately alleged it sold unregistered securities.

US lawmakers demand Treasury explain what it’s doing about Tornado Cash

Democratic members of Congress want answers from the Treasury on why Tornado Cash is still operating after being sanctioned.  

Bakkt shares surge 162% after report suggests Trump Media is buying it

Shares in crypto exchange Bakkt jumped on Nov. 18 after a report that Donald Trump’s company is in advanced stages of a deal to buy the struggling business.

Genius Group kicks off Bitcoin treasury play with $10M in BTC 

Genius Group has plans for a podcast to help other firms considering Bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset after it found there were no clear guidelines for the process. 

BIT Mining to pay $10M fine for bribing Japanese politicians in former life

BIT Mining, previously known as online sports casino 500.com, paid about $2.5 million worth of bribes to Japanese officials between 2017 and 2019.

MicroStrategy to raise $1.75B with 0% interest notes to buy Bitcoin

MicroStrategy’s 0% senior convertible note means it will not need to pay regular interest to bondholders. 

ai16z token rockets 50% after nod from top venture firm

An X post from a16z's chief technology officer helped send the AI-led DAO’s token soaring. 

Coinbase CEO to meet with Trump to discuss personnel appointments — WSJ

Before US Election Day, Brian Armstrong said Coinbase was “prepared to work” with either a Kamala Harris or Donald Trump administration.

Japan’s DMM Crypto shuts down Seamoon Protocol amid challenges

Just a few months ago, it was thinking about issuing a stablecoin. Now, it's unsustainable. 

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