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ZCash 21:00, 06 Nov 2025

ZCash rockets beyond $500 despite warning signs… What now?

The cryptocurrency ZCash (ZEC) recently experienced a significant surge in its market value, surpassing the $500 psychological resistance mark. On the previous day, ZEC’s price momentarily reached $501 before a minor retraction to $468 occurred, however, this dip proved to be both brief and shallow. The bullish momentum has been strong, with high trading volumes and a series of six consecutive "green" days, signaling intense buying pressure.

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XRPL 20:00, 06 Nov 2025

Ripple CTO Explains Real Value Of XRP Ledger And Why It Doesn’t Trigger Price Rallies

David Schwartz, the Chief Technology Officer of Ripple, has outlined the real value of the XRP Ledger (XRPL) and its role in influencing the value of the XRP token. Schwartz emphasized that the ledger's design was focused on providing a fast, inexpensive, and reliable native token, decentralized exchange (DEX), and payment system to serve the needs of those requiring such services. He clarified that the primary objective of the XRPL was not to drive up the price of XRP or create artificial rallies for the token.

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1. Futures Average Order Size 2. Whale activity/orders 3. Total Value Locked (TVL) 20:00, 06 Nov 2025

AI16Z jumps 13% amid whale buys, yet TVL dips to $1.48M – Why?

The recent 13% increase in the value of the AI16Z cryptocurrency has garnered attention as it emerged as one of the top trending tokens on CoinMarketCap. Its trading volume also experienced a slight rise of 8%, hitting $80 million. The main catalyst behind this short-term price rally appears to be significant buying activity from "whales" in the futures market, particularly at price points ranging from $0.05 to $0.07.

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1. Bitcoin mixing 2. Unlicensed money transmission 3. Crypto privacy tools 19:00, 06 Nov 2025

Samourai Wallet co-founder sentenced to five years as U.S. intensifies crypto privacy crackdown

Keonne Rodriguez, a co-founder of the Samourai Wallet, was sentenced to five years in prison for running an unlicensed Bitcoin mixing service, demonstrating the increasingly strict stance of the U.S. government on cryptocurrency privacy tools. This landmark ruling brings to the forefront the ongoing debate over the compatibility of blockchain anonymity with financial regulations.

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1. Smart contract vulnerabilities 2. Total Value Locked (TVL) 3. Decentralized exchanges (DEX) 18:00, 06 Nov 2025

Story [IP] crashes as user count plunges 88% – What went wrong?

Story, a project within the cryptocurrency space, recently experienced a marked downturn that raised alarm among investors. The initial wave of concern was set off by an audit conducted by AI security firm BitsLab, which discovered two smart contract vulnerabilities. The first vulnerability was of medium severity, while the second was of low severity. Although these vulnerabilities did not pose an immediate threat to funds, they were enough to unsettle the market confidence in Story.

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1. Ripple 2. XRP Ledger (XRPL) 3. RLUSD stablecoin 18:00, 06 Nov 2025

How Ripple’s Partnership With Mastercard Could Transform XRP Adoption

A notable collaboration between Mastercard, Ripple, and Gemini is set to introduce a new credit card transaction settlement method using Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin on the XRP Ledger. This groundbreaking initiative will integrate Gemini's credit card, issued by WebBank, with a blockchain-based settlement network, intending to replace the conventional interbank transfer process. The pilot, awaiting regulatory consent, is expected to launch soon. This marks one of the few instances where a fully regulated U.S. bank is directly engaging with a public blockchain.

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1. XRP Ledger (XRPL) 2. Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) 3. Decentralized Exchange (DEX) 17:41, 06 Nov 2025

XRP Ledger Sees 8-Month High in Wallet Creation as Price Recovers

In recent developments, the XRP Ledger (XRPL) has seen a marked increase in adoption, most notably through the creation of 21,595 new XRP wallets within a 48-hour period. This level of growth has not been observed in the past eight months and signifies a substantial spike in interest in XRPL's offerings. The XRPL, established in 2012, is a decentralized blockchain platform geared towards business use, particularly for expediting low-cost, global payments on the Ripple network.

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Cryptocurrencies 17:30, 06 Nov 2025

99 of top 100 cryptos trade below all-time highs!—Only PENGU escapes the carnage

The cryptocurrency market, despite attempts at recovery, largely remains in a slump with only one out of the top 100 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization surpassing its all-time high. This standout is the PENGU token, a part of the Pudgy Penguins brand, which has managed to gain mainstream attention with products in Walmart, viral TikTok content, and substantial social media impressions. Launching in December 2024 via a substantial $1.5 billion airdrop, PENGU ranks 73rd in market cap and trades around $0.015 with a market valuation of $900 million.

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1. Stablecoins 2. Cross-border payments 3. XRP 17:24, 06 Nov 2025

Ripple Says Stablecoins Are the Core of Finance — So Where Does XRP Fit In?

Stablecoins have emerged as a pivotal innovation in the financial sector, particularly in the realm of cross-border payments. These digital tokens, which are pegged to the value of national currencies, offer a more efficient and cost-effective means of transferring funds globally. Ripple, a major player in the digital currency space, has been advocating for the use of their native token, XRP, as a liquidity bridge in institutional markets, facilitating accelerated regulated access and enhancing the speed of global settlements.

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1. Blockchain 2. Stablecoin 3. XRP Ledger 17:00, 06 Nov 2025

Ripple Announces Major Partnership With Mastercard To Power Payments With XRP Ledger

Ripple, the crypto payments company, has taken a significant step forward by partnering with global financial services giant Mastercard. The collaboration's main focus is to utilize the RLUSD stablecoin on the XRP Ledger (XRPL) to improve and modernize the processing of fiat card transactions. By doing so, Ripple and Mastercard aim to integrate blockchain technology with the conventional banking infrastructure, offering a solution that promises increased speed, transparency, and adherence to compliance in transaction processing. This strategic move is expected to enhance Ripple's positioning in the competitive digital asset payment industry and is indicative of the rising acceptance of Ripple's payment solutions across the financial sector.

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1. ETF (Exchange-Traded Fund) 2. SOL (Solana's cryptocurrency token) 3. Market volatility 16:25, 06 Nov 2025

Solana ETF’s $531M first week: How it compares to Bitcoin and Ethereum

Solana's debut in the world of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) presented a respectable showing when compared to the launches of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs. During its inaugural week, Solana's ETF accrued $531 million in net assets, capturing about 35% of what Bitcoin managed with $1.5 billion and 45% of Ethereum's initial $1.17 billion haul. This level of interest was deemed strong, especially in the face of broader market volatility that affected cryptocurrency prices during the period.

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Bitcoin (BTC) 15:00, 06 Nov 2025

Galaxy Research slashes Bitcoin’s year-end target by 35% to $120K – Why?

Galaxy Research has revised its end-of-year prediction for Bitcoin (BTC), cutting the target price by 35% to $120,000 from an earlier estimate of $185,000. This reduction stems from a variety of factors affecting the market, including the selling pressure from long-term holders, which is referred to as whale distribution. Additional influences include the debacle among Bitcoin treasury companies and competition from various other market narratives, as well as the reverberations from the market crash on October 10.

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1. TD Sequential 2. RSI 3. Liquidation Map 14:00, 06 Nov 2025

Algorand flashes dual buy signals: ALGO bulls eye $0.20 rebound

Algorand (ALGO), a cryptocurrency that has been trading within a falling channel since July, is showing signs of potential bullish momentum according to recent technical indicators. The TD Sequential indicator has generated two consecutive buy signals, suggesting a potential upward price movement. Additionally, ALGO has successfully held its key support level near $0.152, where buying demand has remained strong historically.

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1. Liquidity 2. Fibonacci retracement levels 3. OBV (On-Balance Volume) 13:00, 06 Nov 2025

Quant gains 20% against all odds – But here’s why QNT’s reversal is coming

Quant (QNT), an altcoin with a market cap of $1.06 billion, has experienced a significant rally of 19.5% within a 24-hour period. This impressive surge comes after a long-term bearish trend that had been in place since early August. Despite the recent upward movement, the longer-term outlook for QNT remains bearish overall.

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1. Ethereum (ETH) 2. Open Interest 3. Exchange outflows 12:00, 06 Nov 2025

Ethereum whales pour $80 mln into accumulation – Start of a bullish turn?

Ethereum (ETH) is experiencing an uptick in investor confidence as large sums are being invested in the cryptocurrency, indicating a strengthened belief in its long-term value. Bitmine's substantial purchase totaling $69.89 million and an additional buy-up of 4,009 ETH by an unidentified investor has propelled the total ETH inflow to over $80 million. This influx of investment comes at a time when the market has been facing significant price downturns and uncertainty. The pattern of heavy investment typically signals a redistribution of assets to more confident holders and is often a precursor to a market stabilization and potential price upswing.

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stablecoins 11:00, 06 Nov 2025

Canada introduces stablecoin regulation framework in Federal budget: More inside

The Canadian government is positioning itself as a proactive player in the regulation of digital currencies by introducing its first national framework aimed at fiat-backed stablecoins as part of the 2025 Federal budget. This proposed regulatory framework is a direct response to the significant growth and integration of stablecoins within the crypto economy. Recognizing that stablecoins currently represent about 30% of all crypto transactions, the new framework mandates that issuers of stablecoins maintain sufficient asset reserves and establish transparent redemption policies to ensure consumer protection.

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1. Whale accumulation 2. Buybacks 3. Netflow 10:00, 06 Nov 2025

Aerodrome Finance rockets 10% – But can AERO hold above $0.90?

Aerodrome Finance (AERO) has recently experienced a price recovery of 10%, catalyzed by significant whale accumulation and buy-side activity, particularly around the $0.75 support level. This rebound comes after successfully defending this support and reaching a local high of $0.93. The cryptocurrency marked a 10.43% increase as of the latest figures, signifying a notable shift from a previous bearish trend.

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Blockchain 09:13, 06 Nov 2025

Ripple Secures $500M Investment at $40B Valuation Led by Fortress and Citadel Securities

Ripple has been taking major strides in reinforcing its position in the blockchain and cryptocurrency industry with substantial financial actions. The firm has acquired a sizeable portion of its outstanding shares, buying back over 25% and signaling a strong commitment to its shareholders. Ripple's actions have not gone unnoticed, as institutional investors have shown keen interest in the company's growth trajectory and potential.

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1. RLUSD 2. XRPL 3. Mastercard 09:00, 06 Nov 2025

Ripple’s double-hit: $500 mln raise at $40B valuation AND MasterCard partnership for RLUSD

Ripple, a key player in the institutional financial sector and cryptocurrency space, has made significant strides in its strategic development. The company has managed to secure an infusion of $500 million from a variety of institutional investors, indicating a strong vote of confidence from the financial community. This funding has catapulted Ripple's valuation to an impressive $40 billion, placing it within the ranks of some of the most valuable private companies in the crypto industry and in league with notable firms included in the S&P 500 index by market capitalization.

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1. RSI (Relative Strength Index) 2. OBV (On-Balance Volume) 3. Bullish structure shift 07:00, 06 Nov 2025

Hedera drops 14% weekly – Yet THESE signals suggest HBAR’s rebound

The cryptocurrency Hedera (HBAR) experienced a slight rise, increasing by 1.29% over a 24-hour period, but it also suffered a significant weekly drop of 14.7%. This fluctuation in value is highlighted alongside a roughly 50% reduction in daily trading volume, attracting attention to the digital asset’s recent performance. In the broader context of the cryptocurrency market, Bitcoin (BTC) remains trading above the $100,000 mark, giving hope to altcoins like HBAR that they may also recover. However, such recovery is contingent on these altcoins surpassing key resistance levels to foster a bullish market sentiment.

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Bitcoin 06:00, 06 Nov 2025

Metaplanet’s $100 million Bitcoin loan – It’s use, impact on BTC, and more

Metaplanet, a corporation based in Tokyo, has taken a significant step in intensifying its investment in Bitcoin by procuring a $100 million loan with Bitcoin collateral on October 31. This loan is a part of a larger $500 million credit line that was set up just a few days before the loan was taken. This move shows Metaplanet's dedication to its Bitcoin-first strategy, even after a short break from accumulating the cryptocurrency. Currently, Metaplanet holds 30,823 BTC, which is valued at approximately $3.33 billion, earning it the rank of the fourth-largest corporate holder of Bitcoin worldwide.

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1. Blockchain 2. Stablecoin 3. XRPL (XRP Ledger) 05:38, 06 Nov 2025

Ripple Expands Real-World Utility — Mastercard Adopts RLUSD on XRP Ledger

In a significant move towards incorporating blockchain technology into mainstream financial transactions, Ripple has initiated a pilot program for Ripple USD (RLUSD), a regulated stablecoin designed to settle credit card payments via the XRP Ledger (XRPL). Ripple's initiative represents a collaboration with heavyweights such as Mastercard, WebBank, and Gemini, announced at the Swell 2025 conference.

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XRP ETFs 05:00, 06 Nov 2025

Issuers update XRP ETF filings to bypass shutdown delays: Launch likely in November

Amidst the broader market pullback and ongoing government shutdown, issuers within the Ripple [XRP] community have found a way to move forward with the launch of updated XRP ETFs. A group of firms, including Franklin Templeton, Canary Capital, and Bitwise, has filed updated spot XRP ETFs that allow for trading commencement even during the government shutdown.

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1. Open Interest 2. Social Volume 3. Funding Rates 04:00, 06 Nov 2025

Dogecoin hype spikes after Musk’s ‘it’s time’ – But do on-chain data agree?

Elon Musk, known for his influence on the crypto market, particularly with the meme-based cryptocurrency Dogecoin (DOGE), made yet another cryptic post that put DOGE in the limelight. His brief "It's time" tweet, which seemed related to an earlier promise from 2021 about sending Dogecoin to the moon, sparked a flurry of social media activity. Despite the immediate increase in social buzz, the reactions within the market have been noticeably subdued.

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1. Liquidations 2. Coinbase Premium Index 3. Puell Multiple 02:00, 06 Nov 2025

Will Bitcoin’s largest ETF withdrawal since July deepen BTC’s crash?

Bitcoin recently plunged below the $100,000 mark for the first time since June 23rd, with the downturn associated with significant liquidations and outflows from exchange-traded funds (ETFs). About $492 million was liquidated over a 24-hour period, while ETFs saw an estimated outflow of $577 million, both contributing to downward price pressure as institutions appeared to be taking profits.

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