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USD/JPY Drops Toward 153.50 as Yen Gains on Fed Cut Odds and BoJ Signals

As per Bpaynews, the dollar weakened broadly as markets priced a near-certain December Federal Reserve rate cut, pushing USD/JPY lower toward 153.50. The yen found support after Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda left a rate hike on the table, with markets now pricing a 36% chance of a December incre...

Japan's 20% Crypto Tax Proposal Sparks Market Sell-Off, BTC and ETH Drop 5%

In accordance with Coinomedia, the crypto market has experienced a sharp decline following Japan's proposed 20% flat tax on crypto gains. Bitcoin and Ethereum both fell by around 5% in the last 24 hours, with Bitcoin dropping below $90,000 to $86,523 and Ethereum trading at $2,836. The People’s Bank...

Peter Brandt Predicts Bitcoin Could Fall to $40,000 Amid Volatility

Citing Bitjie, Peter Brandt, a veteran trader with 50 years of experience, has predicted that Bitcoin could fall to the $40,000 range if it fails to break above its long-term upper trendline. In a recent X post, Brandt analyzed Bitcoin's price action, noting that the failure to reach the upper bound...

Crypto Trader Loses $1.9M in MON Token Volatility

As reported by FinBold, a crypto trader suffered nearly $2 million in realized losses after taking aggressive long positions on Monad’s MON token. The losses occurred within hours of MON’s volatile debut on secondary markets, with a single liquidation wiping out over $963,000. The token surged nearl...

Cardano Founder Clarifies Genesis ADA Funds Are Earned Profits, Not Community Funds

Based on Bijié Wǎng, Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson clarified that the distribution of Genesis ADA is private earnings from early risks and foundational work, not community funds. He rejected calls to use these funds for new integrations, stating current ecosystem projects should be supported by ...

Former Citi Analyst Challenges Arthur Hayes' Tether Insolvency Claims

Derived from Coinpedia, a former Citi crypto research head has refuted Arthur Hayes’ concerns about Tether’s solvency, revealing undisclosed corporate assets and profits not reflected in public reserves. The analyst argues that Tether’s balance sheet is stronger than critics assume, with significant...

Ripple Expands Payment License in Singapore, Boosts Global Payment Services

As reported by 36 Crypto, Ripple has received approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to expand the scope of its Major Payment Institution (MPI) license. This allows Ripple Markets APAC Pte. Ltd. to offer a broader range of regulated payment services in the region, enhancing its cros...

Why HYPE May Not Be a Sweet Investment in the Mid-Term

As per TechFlow, HYPE's strong buyback mechanism and revenue support have drawn positive attention, but several structural and macroeconomic factors may make it a less attractive investment. From November 29, 2025, 37% of the total supply will unlock over 24 months, creating potential supply pressur...

Sony Plans to Launch USD-Stablecoin in 2026 for PlayStation and Anime Services

Citing BlockTempo, Sony Bank plans to launch a USD-pegged stablecoin in 2026 to enable cryptocurrency payments for PlayStation games, subscriptions, and anime content. The initiative, backed by a $14.6 million investment led by Coinbase Ventures, faces opposition from the American Bankers Associatio...

Bitcoin Drops 5% Amid Tether Stability Fears and MicroStrategy Sell Comments

As per Coinotag, Bitcoin fell 5% in 24 hours to around $86,800 in November 2025 amid concerns over Tether’s stability and potential Bitcoin sales from major holders like MicroStrategy. The drop triggered $637 million in liquidations, with $568 million from long positions, per CoinGlass data. MicroSt...

Solana Price Falls Sharper Than Bitcoin Amid Market Downturn; Could It Drop to $100?

Derived from Bijié Wǎng, Solana's price has continued to decline sharply after breaking below the $140 support level, with market sentiment turning bearish. Although buyers have intervened to prevent further losses, technical and on-chain data suggest a deeper correction may be ahead. In less than t...

Interchain Foundation Transfers ATOM Tokens to CL Wallet for Operational Needs

According to PANews, on December 1, 2025, the Cosmos ecosystem foundation Interchain Foundation (ICF) announced that it will transfer ATOM tokens from its main multisignature wallet to a CL wallet. The transfer is intended to meet the operational needs of CL, a subsidiary of ICF.

KuCoin Launches KuCoin Alpha to Enhance Ecosystem with On-Chain Innovation

Derived from Bitjie, KuCoin has launched KuCoin Alpha, a project discovery platform designed to identify early-stage Web3 projects. The service allows users to trade on-chain assets directly within the KuCoin platform without the need for an external wallet, offering zero trading fees for the first ...

Bitcoin Ends November with 17.49% Drop, Worst Performance Since 2018

Citing Cointribune, Bitcoin fell nearly 5% over the weekend, sliding to $86,950 and triggering over $539 million in liquidations. More than 180,000 traders lost positions, primarily in Bitcoin and Ether longs, as the asset closed November down 17.49%, marking its weakest monthly performance of 2025 ...

Websea Appoints Herbert R. Sim as CMO to Accelerate Global Expansion

Citing TechFlow, on December 1, 2025, cryptocurrency exchange Websea announced the appointment of Herbert R. Sim as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Sim, a prominent figure in the global crypto industry, will oversee global market and brand strategy, leveraging his extensive experience in internationa...

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