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Fusaka upgrade 08:00, 28 Nov 2025

Vitalik Buterin’s 2026 roadmap – Inside Ethereum’s 5x gas limit increase, ‘targeted’ upgrades

Ethereum, the leading smart contract platform, carries on evolving with slated upgrades aiming to scale the network and remain competitive in the crowded blockchain space. The network is set to undergo the Fusaka upgrade in early December, but there are also plans for further enhancements in 2026.

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VIRTUAL jumps 11% – THIS KEY pressure must hold for further upside

The Virtuals Protocol (VIRTUAL) token experienced a significant surge, soaring about 11% within 24 hours, which positioned it among the top gainers of the day. This price jump represented a rebound from a downward trend the token had encountered in its valuation.

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Why SKY crypto’s 10% rally faces test amid $65M buyback wave

Sky (SKY), a cryptocurrency with a recent recovery leading to a $1 billion market capitalization, has seen a significant uptick in its price action. This rise is attributed to increased buybacks, a spike in daily trading volume, a surge in staking activity, and shifts in the market structure. With over 84% of the ecosystem upgraded to SKY, and a notable 10,000 MKR upgrade in the previous month, the ecosystem has accrued about $100K in fees.

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Crypto firms must not ‘bypass’ regulations, exchanges warn SEC – Why?

Global stock exchanges are voicing strong objections to the prospect of crypto firms selling tokenized stocks to retail investors. At the heart of the conflict is a proposal by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to potentially grant regulatory exemptions to non-broker-dealer crypto platforms, enabling them to offer tokens that are linked to publicly listed equities. The World Federation of Exchanges (WFE) is spearheading the opposition against this proposal.

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Why is SHX’s price up today? Can it break THIS barrier?

In the past 24 hours, Stronghold (SHX) has seen an impressive rally, soaring by 44.1%, accompanied by a nearly fivefold increase in daily trading volume. The surge in SHX's price and trading activity is believed to have been triggered by its recent listing on the digital trading platform Uphold, which was announced on November 26.

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Open Interest 00:00, 28 Nov 2025

Bitcoin rally? Post-washout conditions look bullish, UNLESS…

Bitcoin recently experienced a rebound, reascending into the $90,000 range after dipping to its lowest level since April on November 20th, which had brought the Fear and Greed Index down to 12, indicating panic selling and substantial liquidations. However, the market aftermath was decidedly positive for Bitcoin, potentially setting the stage for a continued rally.

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MegaETH refunds all $500M after ‘sloppy’ pre-deposit campaign

MegaETH, a cryptocurrency project, experienced a problematic launch of its pre-deposit campaign on November 25th, which led to the decision to fully refund all $500 million raised during the event. The project admitted to a series of missteps, including technical glitches, inadequate communication, and regulatory oversights which significantly impacted the operation on the day of the launch.

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AAVE 23:00, 27 Nov 2025

How AAVE maintains $100M yearly revenue despite $60B DeFi wipeout

The decentralized finance (DeFi) sector has not been immune to broader market turbulence, with significant outflows from various protocols according to data from DeFiLlama. The platform showed that there was nearly a $60 billion withdrawal across the industry, bringing the total value locked (TVL) down to early July levels of around $120 billion. Aave [AAVE], a key player in the DeFi lending space, also experienced considerable outflows, with around $10 billion leaving the protocol.

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XRP buyers return in force: $72.50B in longs placed at critical support

The current market circumstances surrounding XRP, a popular cryptocurrency, suggest a potential buying opportunity for investors. Despite some market uncertainty, there is a noticeable trend of accumulation, as indicated by the significant decline in the XRP reserves of the leading cryptocurrency exchange, Binance. Over a period since October 2025, Binance's XRP reserves have decreased by 2.7 billion, reaching some of their lowest recorded levels. Specifically, around 300 million XRP have been withdrawn from Binance since October 6.

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IRYS soars 76% – Can bulls defend THIS crucial price range?

In recent developments related to the cryptocurrency Irys (IRYS), the token's value experienced a significant surge, ascending by 76.2% within a span of 24 hours. As the mainnet only became operational on November 25th, it's evident that the nascent network has quickly garnered investor interest, potentially signaling a strong market confidence in the short term.

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Is Kaspa’s 20% rally sustainable? Whale accumulation says…

The cryptocurrency market is experiencing a notable increase in activity as Kaspa (KAS), an altcoin, has demonstrated a significant surge in its value. This increase aligns with the return of large investors, often referred to as "whales." After a period of absence stretching from mid-October through November, these whales are once again actively participating in the market, resulting in three consecutive days of large spot orders. These orders are a strong signal of increased interest either in acquiring or supplying the asset.

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Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin tops $1B on Ethereum as regulated demand accelerates

Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin has recently achieved a significant milestone by surpassing the $1 billion mark in circulating supply on the Ethereum network. This feat indicates its position as one of the most rapidly growing regulated USD stablecoins for the quarter. It denotes a strong phase of growth for RLUSD since its introduction to the market and suggests that the demand for the stablecoin is not limited to Ripple's native network, XRP Ledger (XRPL), but extends to institutional and decentralized finance (DeFi) participants utilizing Ethereum.

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NFT 19:00, 27 Nov 2025

Khabib’s $4.4M NFT sale sparks feud as McGregor slams ‘crypto scam’

Conor McGregor, a renowned mixed martial artist, has once again found himself at odds with former UFC champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, though their latest conflict has unfolded not within the octagon but in the digital realm of cryptocurrency. This dispute ignited when McGregor accused Khabib of deceiving fans with his “Papakha” NFT project. Named after Khabib's signature headwear, these NFTs (non-fungible tokens) were promoted as digital collectibles tied to the athlete's undefeated legacy in the UFC. The sale of these 29,000 NFTs was reportedly a quick success, raking in over $4.4 million in 25 hours. However, controversy erupted when the promotional posts for the project vanished following the sale's conclusion, an action that drew McGregor's critical gaze and subsequent condemnation.

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1. MATIC 2. POL 3. AggLayer 18:00, 27 Nov 2025

Branding crisis? Polygon mulls returning to its former ‘MATIC’ name

Polygon, an Ethereum Layer 2 (L2) solution known for its scalability and efficiency, is currently facing a significant branding dilemma. This dilemma revolves around the decision to change its ticker from the well-known 'MATIC' to 'POL'. This change has sparked a divide within the community with opinions varying on what steps should be taken moving forward.

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Arthur Hayes flips on Monad hours after aping In: ‘Send this dogshit to zero’

Arthur Hayes, the co-founder of cryptocurrency exchange BitMEX, dramatically impacted the price of a cryptocurrency token known as Monad (MON) through his social media actions. On November 25, Hayes announced his investment in MON, a token with both a low circulating supply and a high fully diluted valuation (FDV) of $4.09 billion. His endorsement resulted in a 30% increase in the token's price, which abruptly rose to approximately $0.048.

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Bitcoin (BTC) 17:00, 27 Nov 2025

JPMorgan files its IBIT-linked note right as BTC tanks – Coincidence?

Questions are circulating about whether JPMorgan influenced a recent downturn in Bitcoin's value. Speculations arise from the bank's launch of a structured note linked to BlackRock’s IBIT ETF—timed closely with the cryptocurrency's 30% plunge and negative sentiments around MicroStrategy (MSTR), a firm heavily invested in Bitcoin. MSTR has countered the tumultuous market by moving a significant portion of their Bitcoin holdings to Fidelity, suggesting unwavering confidence in the cryptocurrency.

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Bitcoin 16:30, 27 Nov 2025

Bitcoin holders split into two camps as price tumbles: Sellers vs. borrowers

In the wake of Bitcoin’s slide from highs of over $100,000 to below $90,000 in late 2025, there has been a visible split in the strategies adopted by Bitcoin holders. While some have been capitulating to the market pressures by selling off their holdings, Glassnode’s Hodler Net Position Change shows this trend with red bars dominating the chart, signaling that long-term holders are actively distributing their Bitcoin. A particularly significant sell-off was observed in late November, with the net position change dropping dramatically by more than -60,000 BTC.

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DASH jumps 12% – Yet THESE signals warn of a possible price dip

Privacy coins in the cryptocurrency market have been experiencing a positive trend, and Dash (DASH) emerged as one of the tokens benefiting from this movement, recording a 12% increase over a single day. The rally in DASH's price is largely attributed to significant capital inflows from retail investors and immediate transfers of the acquired tokens to private wallets. This trend is indicative of a more confident long-term perspective among investors.

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XION crypto gains 267% after listing, but sheds half its gains: What next?

The XION blockchain’s native token experienced a dramatic surge in its value, soaring by 267% within eight hours on the 26th of November, after being listed on the South Korean cryptocurrency exchange Bithumb. This impressive rally at its peak saw the token's value nearly triple, but it later retraced much of this gain; despite this, it ended up with a net increase of 107% from the previous day’s low.

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USDT 11:00, 27 Nov 2025

Tether CEO blasts S&P Global after USDT downgrade to ‘weak’ rating

S&P Global Ratings recently downgraded the USDT stablecoin, which is operated by Tether, from a "constrained" to a "weak" rating. This downgrade is attributed to concerns regarding the increasing portion of USDT's reserves being held in high-risk assets, such as Bitcoin and gold, and the lack of adequate disclosure around these investments. The rating agency pointed out that such assets are subject to various risks including credit, market, interest rate, and foreign exchange risks.

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Ripple Expands Middle East Footprint as RLUSD Is Greenlisted by Abu Dhabi FSRA

Ripple, a leading blockchain company, has recently attained significant regulatory approval for its USD-backed stablecoin, RLUSD, in Abu Dhabi. The Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) recognized RLUSD as an "Accepted Fiat-Referenced Token," meaning that the stablecoin can now be legally used within the dynamic financial center of Abu Dhabi, including in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), the international financial hub of the capital of the United Arab Emirates.

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Nasdaq seeks SEC nod to lift IBIT options cap to one million contracts

The Nasdaq has announced plans to expand the options contract limit for its IBIT Bitcoin ETF, from 25,000 to 1 million contracts, a substantial increase that equates to 40 times more capacity for derivatives exposure in the Bitcoin market. This announcement has potential implications for the liquidity and volatility of the cryptocurrency. It puts IBIT on a similar footing as the top players known colloquially as the "Magnificent Seven" in the options market, raising questions about whether this move is well-timed or simply another high-risk financial maneuver.

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Upbit freezes Solana withdrawals after $38mln exploit – What we know

Upbit, South Korea's largest cryptocurrency exchange, experienced a major security breach that led to unauthorized withdrawals of Solana-based assets totaling approximately 54 billion KRW ($36–38 million). The cyberattack, which occurred on November 27, marks a significant event in the platform's history and raises concerns about the security of one of South Korea's key trading platforms.

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BNB’s fall below $1K, explained: Why investors are leaving the chain

BNB, the native cryptocurrency of the Binance ecosystem, recently experienced a sharp fall from its 35-day position above the $1,000 mark due to a significant drop in on-chain activity. This decline was reflected by a nearly 50% decrease in daily transactions, a drop from 51% to 19% in network utilization, and a striking $5.02 billion shrinkage in decentralized exchange (DEX) volume on the BNB Chain.

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$110M AVAX scoop-up ignites buzz – Is a price reversal near?

The cryptocurrency market is abuzz with the latest activity surrounding Avalanche (AVAX), a leading blockchain platform for decentralized finance (DeFi) applications. The AVAX One Treasury, a significant player in the sector, has substantially increased its holdings by accumulating more than 13.8 million AVAX tokens. Notably, between November 5th and November 23rd, AVAX One purchased 9,377,475 AVAX, injecting over $110 million into the market at an average acquisition price of $11.73 per token. This move was made during a period when other altcoins were experiencing variable performances and is considered one of the most aggressive accumulation efforts observed in the crypto ecosystem this quarter.

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