When JPMorgan flirts with Ethereum without ever slipping the ring on its finger... 102 million slipped into Bitmine, it's discreet, clever, and above all very, very crypto-compatible.
Investors are cautious as crypto stocks face a rough week, with major firms seeing declines amid ongoing market and economic pressures.
Polymarket is regaining momentum after a long cooldown period as trading activity climbs again. User participation is also on the rise, with renewed interest from both crypto-native and mainstream audiences. Recent data shows the platform nearing the trading volumes last seen during the peak activity surrounding the 2024 U.S. elections.
A steady shift toward digital assets is underway across the hedge fund sector, as an increasing number of managers incorporate crypto positions. Rising market activity and clearer signals from U.S. policymakers have been key drivers of this trend. In fact, recent survey data indicate a broad transition that is gradually pulling crypto further into mainstream finance.
Bitcoin wavers, and the market divides. While crypto suffers a drop of nearly 15% in a few weeks, a clear rift appears between small holders and institutional investors. While the former take advantage of the decline to strengthen their positions, the whales quietly liquidate thousands of BTC. This strategic gap, observed by the Santiment platform, could mark a decisive turning point in the market's evolution.
At JPMorgan, the message is clear: the appetite for bitcoin remains strong. In the third quarter, the bank stated it held 5.284 million shares of the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) as of September 30, an increase of 64% from the previous quarter. In value terms, this represented 343 million dollars at the end of September. The bet was accompanied by a bullish note: a target of $170,000 for bitcoin in twelve months. Let's talk numbers, flows, and the direction of the movement.
Dogecoin, the quirkiest crypto on the market, could soon enter institutional portfolios. Bitwise has filed a new spot ETF application with the SEC, removing the last administrative barriers. The green light could come within twenty days… triggering a new rush towards Elon Musk's favorite meme.
Trump believed he held the key to the crypto kingdom… Result? A stock market bloodbath, billions lost, and a truth stinging more than his tweets: crypto does not forgive.
What if the promise of financial inclusion hides a major systemic risk? Popular in crisis-hit countries, stablecoins have become the preferred tool for millions of citizens to escape hyperinflation. However, behind this massive adoption, a growing concern: by channeling savings towards the digital dollar, these assets could weaken the most vulnerable economies. As their usage explodes, a dilemma arises: are stablecoins a bulwark for the people or a silent threat to states?
While bitcoin is bogged down in divisive institutional adoption, an old privacy token makes a spectacular comeback. In five weeks, Zcash (ZEC) went from obscurity to a +900% surge, reaching up to 735 dollars this Friday, an unprecedented high in nearly eight years. Stabilized around 666 dollars, the asset still shows a 74% increase over the week. This unexpected rebound shakes the market and revives the debate on crypto privacy.
The US Federal Reserve stimulates the economy even as markets soar and employment remains strong. For Ray Dalio, this unusual combination bodes ill. The legendary investor sees it as symptoms of the end of a major economic cycle, where excessive debt forces monetary authorities to play with fire.
When crypto falls into public hands, Kazakhstan recycles and capitalizes. From seizures to ETFs, the former Soviet republic attempts a balancing act between repression and uncontrolled innovation.
While the crypto industry regains market confidence thanks to clearer regulation and growing interest from institutional investors, Ripple opts for an unexpected direction. Despite a legal victory against the SEC and a year of exceptional growth, the Californian company forgoes any public offering. A choice that contrasts with the ambitions of other industry players and raises questions about the company’s long-term strategy.
Google Finance is upgrading with AI, integrating Kalshi and Polymarket data to provide smarter market insights and real-time event predictions.
Growing interest in digital public infrastructure is prompting the United Nations to take a more active role in blockchain policy and training. A new wave of programs is being developed to help governments understand and apply technology in real-world systems. Momentum inside the UN suggests a coordinated effort to guide countries through the next phase of digital transformation.
A milestone has just been reached. Addresses accumulating Bitcoin have purchased 214,069 BTC over 30 days and bring their aggregated stock to 387,305 BTC as of November 5. This surge is not due to chance: it relies on investors with a precise profile and on a market mechanism that has become, whether we like it or not, institutional.
Trump, crowned president of mental mining, dreams of a bitcoin empire while Beijing prepares its tokens... A crypto-crusade to follow between tweets, stablecoins, and the digital yuan under surveillance.
Is Bitcoin losing ground where it was supposed to triumph? Cathie Wood, CEO of ARK Invest and a leading figure in crypto investment, has just lowered her most ambitious target for BTC. The reason is the rise of stablecoins in emerging economies, where they are establishing themselves as a new store of value. A strong strategic adjustment that questions the real role Bitcoin will play against these dollar-backed alternatives.
Balancer has just published its preliminary report on the attack that shook the DeFi protocol on November 3. A technical flaw in the V2 pools allowed hackers to siphon 128 million dollars across seven different blockchains. But the real bill is much higher: the total value locked (TVL) collapsed by 58% in just two days. How could a protocol audited eleven times fall victim to such a debacle?
What if the role of store of value promised to bitcoin in emerging economies was slipping away? This is a hypothesis that Cathie Wood, founder and CEO of ARK Invest, now seems to take seriously. Known for her strong convictions about the potential of bitcoin, the investor now lowers her most optimistic scenario, citing an unexpected dynamic: the meteoric rise of stablecoins as an alternative to BTC in certain regions of the world.
Elon Musk hits the jackpot if Tesla sells more robots than cars... Shareholders celebrate, investors worry. Who really controls AI: man or fantasy?
The boundary between crypto and politics is becoming clearer. By now allowing the legal purchase of firearms with USDC, Circle brings the issue of financial neutrality to the forefront. This decision, praised by some and contested by others, reveals tensions between the promise of decentralization and institutional realities, while reigniting the debate on what crypto can or cannot allow within a legal framework.
Kalshi and Polymarket record a sharp drop in probabilities in favor of Donald Trump, as the Supreme Court examines the legality of his tariff powers. This turnaround highlights two dynamics: the possible rollback of presidential authority over foreign trade, and the growing role of decentralized platforms as sensors of political anticipation. A case where constitutional law, economic strategy, and technology intersect under the watchful eyes of judges... and investors.
The U.S. government is going through the longest shutdown in its history with 36 days of blockage. This unprecedented situation directly threatens the adoption of crucial cryptocurrency legislation. The results of the midterm elections further complicate negotiations.
Bitcoin remains below $105K as heavy selling keeps the market under pressure while traders watch the upcoming U.S. tariff ruling.
US digital asset ETFs came under pressure this week as institutional traders shifted to a more cautious stance. Bitcoin and Ether products recorded sharp outflows, while Solana funds continued to draw steady interest. Activity suggested uneven sentiment across major crypto assets as markets reacted to recent volatility.
Google hides its spy in your dashboard: Gemini, a talkative, geolocated, multitasking AI that guides you... and maybe watches you. Soon a driving license for robots?
Robinhood delivered another strong quarter, posting sharp gains in revenue and profit as crypto activity surged. Markets pulled back slightly after hours, but the company’s year-to-date rally remains among the strongest in publicly traded fintech and crypto-adjacent firms.
Senators continue work on the crypto market structure bill and are set to discuss key details with David Sacks.
Prediction markets are about to disrupt crypto finance, and Gemini has just made the move. Between disruptive innovation, tense regulation, and Ethereum’s key role, this revolution could redefine investment. Analysis of the stakes and opportunities not to be missed.