Crypto

XRP drops to $2.40 as analysts track Wave 5 correction toward $2. ETF hopes and long-term structure still support a bullish setup.

Standard Chartered’s Bill Winters predicted a blockchain-driven future where every transaction settles digitally, calling it a total rewiring of finance. Standard Chartered’s CEO predicted the end of cash and the digitization of all money, speaking at the Hong Kong FinTech Week 2025.  During the event, Standard Chartered Group CEO Bill Winters said that the bank shared a common belief with the Hong Kong leadership that all transactions will eventually be settled on the blockchain.   “All transactions will settle on blockchains eventually, and all money will be digital,” Winters said, framing the shift as nothing less than a “complete rewiring of the financial system.” Read more

The crypto VC giant plans a reverse merger with Nasdaq-listed fintech Currenc, giving Animoca shareholders majority control of the new entity. Animoca Brands, a major venture capital investor in the cryptocurrency industry, is planning a Nasdaq listing next year via reverse merger with the AI-focused public fintech company Currenc Group. Currenc has entered a non-binding term sheet with Animoca to acquire 100% of Animoca Brands’ issued shares via a reverse merger targeting a Nasdaq listing under the Animoca Brands name, according to a joint statement on Monday. “Upon completion of the reverse merger the shareholders of Animoca Brands would collectively own approximately 95% of the issued shares in the merged entity,” Animoca co-founder Yat Siu said in a letter to shareholders. The remaining 5% would be held by Currenc shareholders. Read more

Ethereum has failed to sustain momentum above the $4,000 mark, and the price action is now breaking down toward key support levels. The broader structure remains corrective, and with both price and sentiment leaning bearish, ETH appears to be entering a more vulnerable stage. Volatility remains low, but downside pressure is gradually building. Technical Analysis […]

Bitcoin is on the verge of breaking below its crucial wedge pattern, likely indicating a bearish sentiment in the market. Nevertheless, the price is recharging within equilibrium, awaiting either institutional absorption or a deeper liquidity sweep before the next major expansion. Technical Analysis By Shayan The Daily Chart On the daily timeframe, Bitcoin has decisively […]

Presale markets in 2025 operate under a different kind of scrutiny. Investors who once chased early access now examine what can actually be verified — code audits, wallet data, and team disclosures. The cycle of quick raises built on whitepaper promises has slowed, replaced by a smaller set of launches that can show working documentation […]

The slowdown in institutional demand may be a factor in the cooling of Bitcoin's bull run, adding further downward pressure on the BTC price. Key takeaways: BTC demand fell below daily mining supply for the first time in seven months. Spot Bitcoin ETFs have seen $1.67 billion in net outflows since Oct. 11. Read more

LTC is among the poorest performers daily from the larger-cap alts.

Initial reports suggests that Balancer v2 pools were impacted in the exploit, while v3 remains safe.

Bitcoin dropped another 2% to start November as network data warned of a potential BTC price dip below the $100,000 support level. Bitcoin (BTC) starts November with a dip to $107,000 as traders brace for further support retests. Bitcoin price action gives bulls a grim sense of deja vu as weekend gains evaporate and downside liquidity grows. November seasonality calls for serious BTC price gains, but so far, there is no sign of relief. Read more

Bitcoin has treated $106,400 as a pivot across the current cycle, acting as both resistance and support. Price has repeatedly clustered near the level, cleared it on retests, and expanded toward the next channel bands, while breaks below the level often required a repair phase before any advance. My charts below show price channels that […] The post Bull or bear? Today’s $106k retest could decide Bitcoin’s fate appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Skipping cryp to taxes can trigger hefty fines and legal issues. Find out what really happens if you fail to report or pay taxes on your holdings. Tax authorities like the IRS, HMRC and ATO classify crypto as a capital asset, meaning that sales, trades and even swaps are considered taxable events. Tax authorities worldwide are coordinating through frameworks like the FATF and the OECD’s CARF to track transactions, even across borders and privacy coins. Authorities use blockchain analytics firms like Chainalysis to link wallet addresses with real identities, tracking even complex DeFi and cross-chain transactions. Read more

Bitcoin trades near $107K as analysts warn a close below $100.5K may end the bull run. Key charts show low volatility and major sell-offs.

The license positions Zerohash as one of the first MiCA-approved stablecoin infrastructure companies, strengthening its appeal to institutions. Stablecoin company Zerohash has secured a license under the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), making it one of the first infrastructure providers authorized to offer stablecoin services across the EU.  Zerohash Europe announced Sunday that it acquired a license from the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM). This allows the company to provide stablecoin and crypto products to banking institutions, financial technology companies and payment platforms across the 30 European Economic Area (EEA) countries. The AFM’s official registry confirmed that Zerohash has become a registered crypto-asset service provider (CASP).  The approval positions Zerohash’s European arm as a CASP that can function as the backbone for organizations exploring tokenized assets, stablecoins and other blockchain-based financial products.  Read more

Analysts predict spot XRP ETFs could spark a price breakout, with whales buying over $340M in XRP recently.

[PRESS RELEASE – Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, November 3rd, 2025] Tea-Fi, the all-in-one DeFi SuperApp, is setting a new benchmark for the future of DeFi by merging simplicity, scalability, and sustainability into one seamless experience. With over a million connected wallets, $650+ million in transaction volume, and over 20 million on-chain interactions, Tea-Fi is […]

[PRESS RELEASE – Panama City, Panama, November 3rd, 2025] Gate Group, a world-leading player in the crypto space, has officially announced that Gate Information Pty Ltd (“Gate Australia”) is registered with the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) as a Digital Currency Exchange Provider and is now officially live at www.gate.com/en-au. This milestone marks […]

The POTUS said his sons were behind the decision.

Many altcoins have posted even more substantial declines over the past 12 hours.

In a rare interview, Trump said he was told Changpeng Zhao was the victim of the Biden administration's “witch hunt” against crypto.