Category: Reviews

Czech National Bank Buys Bitcoin in $1M Test Portfolio

Key Notes The CNB Bank Board approved the $1 million portfolio on Oct. 30, holding it outside international reserves with no plans to expand its volume. Governor Aleš Michl initiated the project in January 2025 to evaluate decentralized assets, future payments, and tokenization technologies. The portfolio represents 0.0006% of CNB’s total assets and will be evaluated over 2-3 years. The Czech National Bank created a $1 million test portfolio of digital assets, including Bitcoin BTC $101 343 24h volatility: 1.2% Market cap: $2.02 T Vol. 24h: $76.40 B , a…

Cash App Adds Lightning Payments and Stablecoin Support

Key Notes Bitcoin USD payments over Lightning Network launch later in November with Bitcoin Map for merchant discovery and local spending options. Stablecoin support will allow eligible customers to send and receive stablecoins with USD balance interoperability, subject to regulatory approval. Cash App Borrow expanded to 48 states with loans up to $500 requiring no credit checks, while Moneybot AI assistant enters pilot phase. Cash App announced Bitcoin BTC $102 404 24h volatility: 2.3% Market cap: $2.04 T Vol. 24h: $76.37 B USD payments over Lightning Network and stablecoin support…

Ethereum Foundation Unveils Trustless Manifesto

Key Notes Vitalik Buterin, Yoav Weiss, and Marissa Posner have jointly introduced “Trustless Manifesto”. The goal is to reinforce the core values of decentralization and censorship resistance on Ethereum. The manifesto upholds values like credible neutrality, self-custody, verifiability, and resistance to “convenient” centralization. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin is looking to reinforce the core values of decentralization and censorship resistance on the network with “Trustless Manifesto.” The Ethereum Foundation (EF) highlighted the introduction of the manifesto on X, noting that it will reaffirm Ethereum’s goal of enabling coordination without trusted intermediaries.…

Pundit Dunks On XRP Triple-Digit Dreams; Price Isn’t Going To $100 This Year

Crypto market analyst Zach Rector has slammed the XRP price triple-digit dreams, rejecting claims that the token could hit $100 this year. In a recent post on X, the analyst compared his message to “telling a kid Santa isn’t real,” joking that many investors don’t want to hear the truth about XRP’s price potential. However, Rector encouraged followers to stay positive, noting that the digital asset has remained strong and there are still reasons to be hopeful as the year draws to a close. Triple-Digit Hopes Dashed, But XRP Price…

Binance Listing Sends BANK Soaring as MET Crashes

Key Notes Binance is listing Lorenzo Protocol (BANK) and Meteora (MET) with Seed Tag. BANK price surges over 80% in minutes before stabilizing. MET has recorded an 8% price drop post-announcement. Leading cryptocurrency exchange Binance has announced the listing of Lorenzo Protocol (BANK) and Meteora (MET) on Nov. 13 at 2:00 PM UTC. The tokens will be available for spot trading across USDT, USDC, and TRY pairs. Deposits for both BANK and MET will open an hour before trading begins. However, withdrawals are set to start on November 14 at…

Helium (HNT) Price Gains 4%: What’s Driving This Rally?

Key Notes Helium (HNT) surges 4% while the broader crypto market remains flat. The network reported a massive growth in data usage and revenue metrics. Network activity and token burns fuel renewed investor confidence. Helium HNT $2.38 24h volatility: 1.1% Market cap: $444.23 M Vol. 24h: $10.49 M has jumped 4% in the past 24 hours and outpaced the broader crypto market, which largely faces a downtrend on Nov. 13. The token has recorded 40% increase in trading volume after the network reported impressive third-quarter results. Helium achieved annualized revenue…

Singapore Eyes New Trial to Settle Tokenized MAS Bill with CBDC

Key Notes Singapore’s regulator is looking to kickstart a trial for the issuance of tokenized MAS bills. The regulator also plans to release stablecoin regulations soon. This comes at a time when tokenization is becoming a global phenomenon. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is considering a new trial for the issuance of tokenized MAS bills for Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) in 2026. The regulator is also looking to introduce a regulatory framework for stablecoins within Singapore. This is all in alignment with its vision of operating a tokenized…

Metaplanet Soars 1,700% as Tokyo Eyes Crypto Stocks

Key Notes Metaplanet reported a 1,700% YoY revenue surge amid booming Bitcoin holdings. Tokyo Stock Exchange considers new rules to curb “crypto hoarding” companies. Regulators worry investors face risks from volatile crypto stocks. Japan’s biggest Bitcoin-holding company, Metaplanet Inc, has reported a massive profit surge for the third quarter. This comes as the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE) considers stricter oversight of firms heavily invested in cryptocurrencies. According to the Metaplanet’s financial results for Q3 2025, the revenue jumped 1,700% year-over-year, reaching 4.3 billion yen. Its net profit surged to 13.5…

$1.3B ETH Whale Plans $120M Buy as Market Cheers Trump’s Bill

Key Notes A massive Ethereum whale deposited another $120 million into Binance. Donald Trump signed the bill to end the US government shutdown. Ethereum is already gaining upward momentum, crossing $3,500. As the market positivity rebounds with Washington getting back to business, a huge Ethereum ETH $3 540 24h volatility: 2.7% Market cap: $427.13 B Vol. 24h: $37.42 B whale makes a nine-figure move for a potential accumulation. An anonymous ETH whale, known for buying huge amounts of the altcoin with borrowed stablecoins, has just deposited another $120 million in USDT…

ETF Exodus Tests Bitcoin Rally, Analyst Bets on $112K BTC

Key Notes Bitcoin ETFs saw $278 million in outflows. Analysts say a rebound to $112K remains likely. Bitcoin trades near $103K, holding above the $100K support. Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded total net outflows of $278 million on Nov. 12, according to SoSoValue data, while the price of the leading digital currency failed to push past the $105K price level. Despite the sell-off pressure, some analysts believe the pullback could set the stage for another price surge, potentially putting Bitcoin  BTC $103 735 24h volatility: 0.3% Market cap: $2.07 T Vol.…