Strike CEO debanked by JPMorgan, Lummis sounds ‘Chokepoint 2.0’ alarm
Strike CEO Jack Mallers said JPMorgan closed his accounts without explanation, reigniting fears of Operation Chokepoint 2.0 and renewed pressure on crypto companies.
Monad airdrop farmer spends full $112K MON reward on gas for failed trades
A suspected airdrop farmer burned through their entire $112,000 of MON rewards in hundreds of failed transaction attempts.
Metaplanet leans into Bitcoin debt play with fresh $130M to buy more BTC
The fresh debt draw shows how Metaplanet is using both debt and preferred equity to accelerate Bitcoin purchases and income-generation strategies.
XRP price ‘looking very bullish’ after 25% weekly gain: How high can it go?
XRP is rebounding strongly from $2, with multiple indicators suggesting upside toward $3.30–$3.50 is possible in the coming weeks.
VanEck quietly backpedals on BNB ETF staking in latest SEC filing
VanEck’s amended BNB ETF filing scraps all staking plans, unlike its Solana product, explicitly distancing itself from BNB staking amid regulatory risk.
Solana treasury backs ‘double disinflation’ plan amid 30% price decline
DeFi Development Corp became the first Solana treasury to support SIMD-0411, a proposal to speed up emissions cuts as corporate holders face losses.
What Bitcoin CME gaps are and how they influence price movements
The Bitcoin CME gaps appear when futures reopen after weekend moves. Understand why they form, how often they fill and what they mean for BTC’s price action.
Over 8% of Bitcoin changed hands in week, markets on ‘knife’s edge,’ Analysts say
Bitcoin saw one of its largest supply migrations ever as traders braced for the US Federal Reserve’s December rate decision and shifting expectations toward a rate cut.
Portfolio diversification leading driver for crypto investment in 2025: Sygnum
Diversification has become the top driver for crypto investment in 2025, with rising ETF demand and lingering regulatory gaps shaping investor behavior.
Crypto lawyer faces uphill battle in New York attorney general race
A former lawyer for Coinbase, Khurram Dara, has thrown his hat in the race for New York attorney general. But incumbent Letitia James has a strong foothold, and a Republican hasn't won in 30 years.
South Korea stablecoin framework stalls as regulators split over banks’ role
Regulators and the Bank of Korea remain at odds over bank dominance in issuing won-backed stablecoins, stalling a long-awaited framework expected this year.
21Shares taps Standard Chartered for custody as TradFi tightens grip on crypto
Standard Chartered will provide digital asset custody for 21Shares, signaling deeper TradFi expansion into crypto and raising questions about Zodia Custody’s future role.
MoonPay secures New York trust charter, expands regulated services
The regulatory approval followed the payments company obtaining a BitLicense from the NYDFS in June, making it one of a handful of crypto companies to have both.
High percentage of Bitcoin, ETH, SOL held at a loss: Is it a bear market sign?
One analyst found that 40% of Bitcoin is held at a loss, while ETH and SOL data currently stand at 40% and 75% respectively. Should investors be worried?
Klarna enters crypto with new USD stablecoin built on Stripe’s Tempo chain
The EU-licensed digital bank becomes the first financial institution to issue a token on Stripe and Paradigm’s layer-1 blockchain Tempo.
Why the SEC’s new guidelines could speed up the approval process for new crypto ETFs
New SEC rules could reshape the crypto ETF landscape by speeding up approvals, reducing the shutdown backlog and giving issuers a clearer and faster path to market.
Bitcoin short-squeeze to $90K possible as funding rates turn negative
Negative Bitcoin funding rates and large short liquidity zones could be a sign that a short-squeeze to $90,000 and higher could be on the cards.
Polymarket wins regulatory approval to operate US trading platform
The approval came as the US Senate is expected to soon vote on prospective CFTC Chair Michael Selig as a replacement for acting chair Caroline Pham.
Paxos acquires Fordefi to power stablecoin, tokenization infrastructure
The addition of Fordefi’s MPC wallet infrastructure broadens Paxos’ regulated capabilities for custody, tokenization and institutional onchain operations.
How Zcash went from low-profile token to the most-searched asset in November 2025
Halving math, shielded growth and NU6.1 governance turned Zcash from a low-profile relic into November’s most-searched crypto.
South Africa’s central bank flags crypto, stablecoins as financial risk
The bank cited increasing trading volume and the number of users among large exchanges, as well as gaps in South Africa’s regulatory framework on crypto.
Acting CFTC chair seeks CEOs for ‘innovation council,’ citing crypto
The US CFTC opened nominations for a CEO-led advisory group that will help shape policy on crypto, prediction markets and other emerging products.
Bitcoin wavers under $88K as traders brace for $14B BTC options expiry
Bitcoin price stalled as traders consider the impact of Friday’s $14 billion options expiry, but data does show some bullish traders positioning for higher prices.
MegaETH scraps $1B plan after technical failures derail sale
Multiple technical failures during MegaETH’s pre-deposit phase pushed the raise beyond its limit and forced the team to halt the sale.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
Grayscale spot Dogecoin ETF falls under volume expectations on debut
Trading volume on the debut of Grayscale's first US spot Dogecoin ETF came in under an analyst’s expectation, with Bitwise soon to launch its own fund.
‘Institutions have arrived’ — US Bancorp launches stablecoin pilot on Stellar network
The ability to freeze assets and unwind transactions was a key consideration when selecting the blockchain for the pilot, according to Mike Villano from US Bank.
Texas buys the Bitcoin dip, acquiring $5M of BlackRock’s IBIT
Texas has also allocated an additional $5 million for direct, self-custodied Bitcoin, signaling growing state-level adoption in the US.
DeFi is already 30% of the way to mass adoption: Chainlink founder
Chainlink’s Sergey Nazarov has shared a potential roadmap for how DeFi could reach 100% adoption in four years, noting that a big part of this hinges on regulation.
Bitcoin final leverage flush below $80K is possible, warns analyst
An analyst has warned that Bitcoin’s recent liquidation event may not be finished, with remaining leverage potentially pushing prices somewhere between the $70,000 to $80,000 zone.
Trump-backed World Liberty Financial conducts nearly $10M WLFI token buyback in six hours
The buyback may boost investor confidence and market value, potentially enhancing the project's credibility and future growth prospects. The post Trump-backed World Liberty Financial conducts nearly $10M WLFI token buyback in six hours appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Binance Donates $200K as Vietnam’s Flood Recovery Surges With Reinforced Relief Efforts
Binance’s latest $200,000 deployment to Vietnam signals a bold push to accelerate blockchain-powered disaster relief, spotlighting crypto’s growing role in fast, transparent aid as flood-stricken communities begin critical recovery. Binance Charity Sends Fresh Relief to Flood-Hit Vietnam Crypto exchange Binance announced on Nov. 24 that its charity arm will donate $200,000 to Vietnam to reinforce […]
Bitcoin final leverage flush below $80K is possible, warns analyst
An analyst has warned that Bitcoin’s recent liquidation event may not be finished, with remaining leverage potentially pushing prices somewhere between the $70,000 to $80,000 zone.
Franklin Templeton files 8-A for spot Solana ETF, indicating imminent debut
A key exchange-traded fund filing has given SOL a timely boost, setting the stage for what analysts say could be an important shift. Franklin Templeton has taken a step that could shift attention back to Solana at a moment when…
Solana ETFs pull $369M in November as investors look to productive yield assets
Solana ETFs have pulled in $369 million so far this month as investors appear to favor yield-bearing products, while Bitcoin and Ether ETFs faced billions in redemptions.
Strike CEO debanked by JPMorgan, Lummis sounds ‘Chokepoint 2.0’ alarm
Strike CEO Jack Mallers said JPMorgan closed his accounts without explanation, reigniting fears of Operation Chokepoint 2.0 and renewed pressure on crypto companies.
Monad airdrop farmer spends full $112K MON reward on gas for failed trades
A suspected airdrop farmer burned through their entire $112,000 of MON rewards in hundreds of failed transaction attempts.
Metaplanet leans into Bitcoin debt play with fresh $130M to buy more BTC
The fresh debt draw shows how Metaplanet is using both debt and preferred equity to accelerate Bitcoin purchases and income-generation strategies.
XRP price ‘looking very bullish’ after 25% weekly gain: How high can it go?
XRP is rebounding strongly from $2, with multiple indicators suggesting upside toward $3.30–$3.50 is possible in the coming weeks.
VanEck quietly backpedals on BNB ETF staking in latest SEC filing
VanEck’s amended BNB ETF filing scraps all staking plans, unlike its Solana product, explicitly distancing itself from BNB staking amid regulatory risk.
Solana treasury backs ‘double disinflation’ plan amid 30% price decline
DeFi Development Corp became the first Solana treasury to support SIMD-0411, a proposal to speed up emissions cuts as corporate holders face losses.
What Bitcoin CME gaps are and how they influence price movements
The Bitcoin CME gaps appear when futures reopen after weekend moves. Understand why they form, how often they fill and what they mean for BTC’s price action.
Over 8% of Bitcoin changed hands in week, markets on ‘knife’s edge,’ Analysts say
Bitcoin saw one of its largest supply migrations ever as traders braced for the US Federal Reserve’s December rate decision and shifting expectations toward a rate cut.
Portfolio diversification leading driver for crypto investment in 2025: Sygnum
Diversification has become the top driver for crypto investment in 2025, with rising ETF demand and lingering regulatory gaps shaping investor behavior.
Crypto lawyer faces uphill battle in New York attorney general race
A former lawyer for Coinbase, Khurram Dara, has thrown his hat in the race for New York attorney general. But incumbent Letitia James has a strong foothold, and a Republican hasn't won in 30 years.
South Korea stablecoin framework stalls as regulators split over banks’ role
Regulators and the Bank of Korea remain at odds over bank dominance in issuing won-backed stablecoins, stalling a long-awaited framework expected this year.
21Shares taps Standard Chartered for custody as TradFi tightens grip on crypto
Standard Chartered will provide digital asset custody for 21Shares, signaling deeper TradFi expansion into crypto and raising questions about Zodia Custody’s future role.
MoonPay secures New York trust charter, expands regulated services
The regulatory approval followed the payments company obtaining a BitLicense from the NYDFS in June, making it one of a handful of crypto companies to have both.
High percentage of Bitcoin, ETH, SOL held at a loss: Is it a bear market sign?
One analyst found that 40% of Bitcoin is held at a loss, while ETH and SOL data currently stand at 40% and 75% respectively. Should investors be worried?
Klarna enters crypto with new USD stablecoin built on Stripe’s Tempo chain
The EU-licensed digital bank becomes the first financial institution to issue a token on Stripe and Paradigm’s layer-1 blockchain Tempo.
Why the SEC’s new guidelines could speed up the approval process for new crypto ETFs
New SEC rules could reshape the crypto ETF landscape by speeding up approvals, reducing the shutdown backlog and giving issuers a clearer and faster path to market.
Bitcoin short-squeeze to $90K possible as funding rates turn negative
Negative Bitcoin funding rates and large short liquidity zones could be a sign that a short-squeeze to $90,000 and higher could be on the cards.
Polymarket wins regulatory approval to operate US trading platform
The approval came as the US Senate is expected to soon vote on prospective CFTC Chair Michael Selig as a replacement for acting chair Caroline Pham.
Paxos acquires Fordefi to power stablecoin, tokenization infrastructure
The addition of Fordefi’s MPC wallet infrastructure broadens Paxos’ regulated capabilities for custody, tokenization and institutional onchain operations.
How Zcash went from low-profile token to the most-searched asset in November 2025
Halving math, shielded growth and NU6.1 governance turned Zcash from a low-profile relic into November’s most-searched crypto.
South Africa’s central bank flags crypto, stablecoins as financial risk
The bank cited increasing trading volume and the number of users among large exchanges, as well as gaps in South Africa’s regulatory framework on crypto.
Acting CFTC chair seeks CEOs for ‘innovation council,’ citing crypto
The US CFTC opened nominations for a CEO-led advisory group that will help shape policy on crypto, prediction markets and other emerging products.
Bitcoin wavers under $88K as traders brace for $14B BTC options expiry
Bitcoin price stalled as traders consider the impact of Friday’s $14 billion options expiry, but data does show some bullish traders positioning for higher prices.
MegaETH scraps $1B plan after technical failures derail sale
Multiple technical failures during MegaETH’s pre-deposit phase pushed the raise beyond its limit and forced the team to halt the sale.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
Grayscale spot Dogecoin ETF falls under volume expectations on debut
Trading volume on the debut of Grayscale's first US spot Dogecoin ETF came in under an analyst’s expectation, with Bitwise soon to launch its own fund.
‘Institutions have arrived’ — US Bancorp launches stablecoin pilot on Stellar network
The ability to freeze assets and unwind transactions was a key consideration when selecting the blockchain for the pilot, according to Mike Villano from US Bank.
Texas buys the Bitcoin dip, acquiring $5M of BlackRock's IBIT
Texas has also allocated an additional $5 million for direct, self-custodied Bitcoin, signaling growing state-level adoption in the US.
DeFi is already 30% of the way to mass adoption: Chainlink founder
Chainlink’s Sergey Nazarov has shared a potential roadmap for how DeFi could reach 100% adoption in four years, noting that a big part of this hinges on regulation.
China’s Bitcoin Hashrate Jumps To 14%, Securing 3rd Place Globally
China has quietly worked its way back into the top three global Bitcoin miners, holding about 14% of the network’s total computing power. Related Reading: Bitcoin Short-Term Holders Panic Again, And Analysts Say We’re At A Major Crossroads Reports have disclosed that this share is roughly equal to 145 EH/s (exahashes per second), putting the […]
DeFi is already 30% of the way to mass adoption: Chainlink founder
Chainlink’s Sergey Nazarov has shared a potential roadmap for how DeFi could reach 100% adoption in four years, noting that a big part of this hinges on regulation.
UAE’s new financial law pulls DeFi and Web3 into regulatory scope
Federal Decree Law No. 6 expands the UAE central bank’s authority over DeFi, ending the “just code” defense and imposing penalties of up to $272 million.
Solana ETFs pull $369M in November as investors look to productive yield assets
Solana ETFs have pulled in $369 million so far this month as investors appear to favor yield-bearing products, while Bitcoin and Ether ETFs faced billions in redemptions.
Strike CEO debanked by JPMorgan, Lummis sounds ‘Chokepoint 2.0’ alarm
Strike CEO Jack Mallers said JPMorgan closed his accounts without explanation, reigniting fears of Operation Chokepoint 2.0 and renewed pressure on crypto companies.
Monad airdrop farmer spends full $112K MON reward on gas for failed trades
A suspected airdrop farmer burned through their entire $112,000 of MON rewards in hundreds of failed transaction attempts.
Metaplanet leans into Bitcoin debt play with fresh $130M to buy more BTC
The fresh debt draw shows how Metaplanet is using both debt and preferred equity to accelerate Bitcoin purchases and income-generation strategies.
XRP price ‘looking very bullish’ after 25% weekly gain: How high can it go?
XRP is rebounding strongly from $2, with multiple indicators suggesting upside toward $3.30–$3.50 is possible in the coming weeks.
VanEck quietly backpedals on BNB ETF staking in latest SEC filing
VanEck’s amended BNB ETF filing scraps all staking plans, unlike its Solana product, explicitly distancing itself from BNB staking amid regulatory risk.
Solana treasury backs ‘double disinflation’ plan amid 30% price decline
DeFi Development Corp became the first Solana treasury to support SIMD-0411, a proposal to speed up emissions cuts as corporate holders face losses.
What Bitcoin CME gaps are and how they influence price movements
The Bitcoin CME gaps appear when futures reopen after weekend moves. Understand why they form, how often they fill and what they mean for BTC’s price action.
Over 8% of Bitcoin changed hands in week, markets on ‘knife’s edge,’ Analysts say
Bitcoin saw one of its largest supply migrations ever as traders braced for the US Federal Reserve’s December rate decision and shifting expectations toward a rate cut.
Portfolio diversification leading driver for crypto investment in 2025: Sygnum
Diversification has become the top driver for crypto investment in 2025, with rising ETF demand and lingering regulatory gaps shaping investor behavior.
Crypto lawyer faces uphill battle in New York attorney general race
A former lawyer for Coinbase, Khurram Dara, has thrown his hat in the race for New York attorney general. But incumbent Letitia James has a strong foothold, and a Republican hasn't won in 30 years.
South Korea stablecoin framework stalls as regulators split over banks’ role
Regulators and the Bank of Korea remain at odds over bank dominance in issuing won-backed stablecoins, stalling a long-awaited framework expected this year.
21Shares taps Standard Chartered for custody as TradFi tightens grip on crypto
Standard Chartered will provide digital asset custody for 21Shares, signaling deeper TradFi expansion into crypto and raising questions about Zodia Custody’s future role.
MoonPay secures New York trust charter, expands regulated services
The regulatory approval followed the payments company obtaining a BitLicense from the NYDFS in June, making it one of a handful of crypto companies to have both.
High percentage of Bitcoin, ETH, SOL held at a loss: Is it a bear market sign?
One analyst found that 40% of Bitcoin is held at a loss, while ETH and SOL data currently stand at 40% and 75% respectively. Should investors be worried?
Klarna enters crypto with new USD stablecoin built on Stripe’s Tempo chain
The EU-licensed digital bank becomes the first financial institution to issue a token on Stripe and Paradigm’s layer-1 blockchain Tempo.
Why the SEC’s new guidelines could speed up the approval process for new crypto ETFs
New SEC rules could reshape the crypto ETF landscape by speeding up approvals, reducing the shutdown backlog and giving issuers a clearer and faster path to market.
Bitcoin short-squeeze to $90K possible as funding rates turn negative
Negative Bitcoin funding rates and large short liquidity zones could be a sign that a short-squeeze to $90,000 and higher could be on the cards.
Polymarket wins regulatory approval to operate US trading platform
The approval came as the US Senate is expected to soon vote on prospective CFTC Chair Michael Selig as a replacement for acting chair Caroline Pham.
Paxos acquires Fordefi to power stablecoin, tokenization infrastructure
The addition of Fordefi’s MPC wallet infrastructure broadens Paxos’ regulated capabilities for custody, tokenization and institutional onchain operations.
How Zcash went from low-profile token to the most-searched asset in November 2025
Halving math, shielded growth and NU6.1 governance turned Zcash from a low-profile relic into November’s most-searched crypto.
South Africa’s central bank flags crypto, stablecoins as financial risk
The bank cited increasing trading volume and the number of users among large exchanges, as well as gaps in South Africa’s regulatory framework on crypto.
Acting CFTC chair seeks CEOs for ‘innovation council,’ citing crypto
The US CFTC opened nominations for a CEO-led advisory group that will help shape policy on crypto, prediction markets and other emerging products.
Bitcoin wavers under $88K as traders brace for $14B BTC options expiry
Bitcoin price stalled as traders consider the impact of Friday’s $14 billion options expiry, but data does show some bullish traders positioning for higher prices.
MegaETH scraps $1B plan after technical failures derail sale
Multiple technical failures during MegaETH’s pre-deposit phase pushed the raise beyond its limit and forced the team to halt the sale.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
Grayscale spot Dogecoin ETF falls under volume expectations on debut
Trading volume on the debut of Grayscale's first US spot Dogecoin ETF came in under an analyst’s expectation, with Bitwise soon to launch its own fund.
‘Institutions have arrived’ — US Bancorp launches stablecoin pilot on Stellar network
The ability to freeze assets and unwind transactions was a key consideration when selecting the blockchain for the pilot, according to Mike Villano from US Bank.
Texas buys the Bitcoin dip, acquiring $5M of BlackRock's IBIT
Texas has also allocated an additional $5 million for direct, self-custodied Bitcoin, signaling growing state-level adoption in the US.
Grayscale spot Dogecoin ETF falls under volume expectations on debut
Trading volume on the debut of Grayscale's first US spot Dogecoin ETF came in under an analyst’s expectation, with Bitwise soon to launch its own fund.
‘Institutions have arrived’ — US Bancorp launches stablecoin pilot on Stellar network
The ability to freeze assets and unwind transactions was a key consideration when selecting the blockchain for the pilot, according to Mike Villano from US Bank.
Texas buys the Bitcoin dip, acquiring $5M of BlackRock's IBIT
Texas has also allocated an additional $5 million for direct, self-custodied Bitcoin, signaling growing state-level adoption in the US.
Ripple Hiring Software Engineers to Advance XRP Ledger Scalability and Performance
Ripple’s latest hiring drive marks a pivotal acceleration for XRPL, signaling a bold push to scale institutional on-chain adoption, deepen programmability, and fortify the high-performance blockchain infrastructure driving the next era of global value movement. Ripple Expands XRPL Engineering Teams With New Roles Driving On-Chain Finance Ripple has posted new engineering openings, seeking developers to […]