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UNIfication Proposal, JPM Coin Launch, and More — Week in Review

UNIfication Proposal, JPM Coin Launch, USDC Tops $73B, XRP ETF Surge, and more in this Week in Review. Week in Review Uniswap’s “UNIfication Proposal” from founder Hayden Adams proposes fee activation, UNI burns and governance changes, JPMorgan rolled out JPM Coin on Coinbase’s Base network marking a tradfi–Web3 push, Circle reported record Q3 with USDC

Insider: Banks Prepared to Offer Crypto Services in Argentina

Gabriel Campa, Head of Digital Assets at Towerbank, stated that he believes Argentine banks are ready to enter the cryptocurrency services market. He highlighted that many have already finalized software for this end, and are waiting to be greenlighted by regulators. Banks Are Already Prepared to Offer Crypto Services in Argentina, Says Towerbank Executive The

Amboss and Voltage Partner to Bring Yield to Bitcoin and Stablecoin Payments

Amboss Technologies and Lightning provider Voltage announced an enterprise integration that pairs Voltage’s Lightning Payments API with Amboss Rails to let businesses accept near‑instant, low‑cost bitcoin and stablecoin payments while earning yield on self‑custodied bitcoin. The stack uses Taproot Assets for in‑flight exchanges between bitcoin and stablecoins and automates liquidity management so treasuries can generate

Chinese Tech Giant Alibaba Plans Stablecoin‑Like AI Payments With JPMorgan

Alibaba’s cross‑border e‑commerce unit said it will roll out new artificial intelligence (AI) subscription features and explore a stablecoin‑like tokenization system for B2B payments using JPMorgan’s tokenization technology. Kuo Zhang, president of Alibaba.com, told CNBC the initiative aims to simplify cross‑border settlement by using tokenized fiat for faster, more uniform payments across its global platform.

Avalanche’s RWA Ecosystem Strengthened: Liquidity Yield Token Offers Risk-Adjusted Returns with Zero Lockups

Sierra Protocol has launched a new liquid yield token on the Avalanche network, designed to provide DeFi users with passive, risk-adjusted returns. Blending DeFi Yield with Institutional Security Sierra Protocol has launched a liquid yield token (LYT) on the Avalanche network that introduces a new way for decentralized finance (DeFi) users to earn passive, risk-adjusted

Major Retailer Royal Farms Deploys 310 Crypto ATMs Across Multiple States

Rising demand for physical crypto access accelerates as Royal Farms integrates Bitstop’s multi-asset kiosks across its 310 stores, advancing digital engagement and setting the stage for broader consumer participation through an expanding retail crypto infrastructure. Royal Farms Taps Bitstop Partnership to Deliver Multi-Asset Crypto Access Across States Escalating demand for physical crypto access points is

BNY Drives Rapid Shift Toward Regulated Digital Liquidity With New Reserve Fund

Surging demand for regulated digital liquidity is reshaping tokenized finance as institutions rapidly converge on safer, government-backed structures poised to redefine market confidence and unlock the next wave of always-on transactional efficiency. Institutional Paths Into Tokenized Markets With New Reserve Framework A broad shift toward regulated digital liquidity is accelerating as institutions pursue safer structures

Bitcoin Price Plunges to $94,000, Hitting Six-Month Low as Macro Fears Mount

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Bitcoin Price Plunges to $94,000, Hitting Six-Month Low as Macro Fears Mount
Bitcoin price was trading between $94,000 and $97,000 today, its weakest level since early May and a steep fall from October’s $126,296 all-time high.
This post Bitcoin Price Plunges to $94,000, Hitting Six-Month Low as Macro Fears Mount first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Trump Family-Linked American Bitcoin Doubles Revenue in Q3 Amid Aggressive Mining Expansion

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Trump Family-Linked American Bitcoin Doubles Revenue in Q3 Amid Aggressive Mining Expansion
American Bitcoin (ABTC) more than quadrupled Q3 revenue and expanded mining capacity and BTC holdings, despite a crypto market pullback.
This post Trump Family-Linked American Bitcoin Doubles Revenue in Q3 Amid Aggressive Mining Expansion first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

‘We Are Buying’: Michael Saylor Confirms Strategy (MSTR) Is Aggressively Buying Bitcoin

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‘We Are Buying’: Michael Saylor Confirms Strategy (MSTR) Is Aggressively Buying Bitcoin
Amid crypto panic and a BTC drop below $95,000, Michael Saylor denied rumors that Strategy was selling bitcoin, confirming the company is accelerating purchases and hinting at surprising upcoming activity.
This post ‘We Are Buying’: Michael Saylor Confirms Strategy (MSTR) Is Aggressively Buying Bitcoin first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Fed’s Miran: Stablecoins Are ‘Transformational’ for Emerging Markets

Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran described stablecoins as innovative tools that could provide users in jurisdictions with limited access to dollar assets. Miran estimates stablecoins could help satisfy about $3 trillion of foreign demand for dollar assets in the coming years. Fed’s Miran: Stablecoins Might Prop up Demand for Dollar Assets Globally The Facts Stephen

Avalanche Pre-Consensus Brings Near-Instant Finality to XEC

Ecash, a cryptocurrency focused on payments, is on the verge of implementing Avalanche pre-consensus, a new development that brings almost instant finality to transactions using Ecash’s Nakamoto/Avalanche hybrid consensus. The development marks a milestone for Ecash, as it is the first time this has been implemented by a proof-of-work network. XEC Ready to Launch Avalanche

Lendasat Unveils Lendaswap: Non-Custodial Cross Blockchain Exchange for Bitcoin and Stablecoins 

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Lendasat Unveils Lendaswap: Non-Custodial Cross Blockchain Exchange for Bitcoin and Stablecoins 
Powered by Bitcoin’s scripting advancements, Lendaswap delivers instant, bidirectional trades without custodians or wrapped tokens, expanding BTC utility in DeFi ecosystems.
This post Lendasat Unveils Lendaswap: Non-Custodial Cross Blockchain Exchange for Bitcoin and Stablecoins  first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

Bitcoin Price Crashes Below $98,000 Close to Six-Month Lows

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Bitcoin Price Crashes Below $98,000 Close to Six-Month Lows
Bitcoin price plunged to $98,000 as long-term holders sold at record levels, institutional demand weakened, and broader market fatigue set in amid a fragile post-shutdown U.S. economy.
This post Bitcoin Price Crashes Below $98,000 Close to Six-Month Lows first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Miner Bitfarms (BITF) to Exit Bitcoin Mining, Pivot to AI Computing

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Bitcoin Miner Bitfarms (BITF) to Exit Bitcoin Mining, Pivot to AI Computing
Bitfarms is winding down its Bitcoin mining over two years to focus on AI and high-performance computing infrastructure amid falling crypto profits.
This post Bitcoin Miner Bitfarms (BITF) to Exit Bitcoin Mining, Pivot to AI Computing first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Cypherpunk Launches Zcash Treasury With $50M Backing

Gemini co-founder Tyler Winklevoss launches Cypherpunk to accumulate Zcash as a privacy-focused treasury asset. Tyler Winklevoss announced the launch of Cypherpunk, a company funded with over $50 million from Winklevoss Capital to accumulate Zcash (ZEC) as a privacy and self‑sovereignty treasury, stating the firm currently holds 203,775 ZEC (~1.25% of supply) and plans to reach

Cash App’s New Feature Lets People Pay with Bitcoin — Even If They Don’t Own Any

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Cash App’s New Feature Lets People Pay with Bitcoin — Even If They Don’t Own Any
Cash App has launched a feature that lets its 58 million users pay with Bitcoin instantly using their USD balance, meaning they can pay with Bitcoin without owning any.
This post Cash App’s New Feature Lets People Pay with Bitcoin — Even If They Don’t Own Any first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Sui Partners With Bridge to Launch Native Stablecoin USDsui

Sui has launched USDsui, a native stablecoin built on Bridge’s Open Issuance platform to serve as a foundational asset for the Sui network. Strategic Vision and Regulatory Compliance Sui, in partnership with Bridge, has announced the launch of USDsui, a native stablecoin built using Bridge’s Open Issuance platform. The collaboration introduces enterprise‑grade infrastructure to the

Hesperides University Launches World’s First Global Master in Bitcoin

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Hesperides University Launches World’s First Global Master in Bitcoin
Hesperides University has launched the world’s first fully online Master in Bitcoin, a program dedicated exclusively to studying Bitcoin’s technology, economics, and societal impact.
This post Hesperides University Launches World’s First Global Master in Bitcoin first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Oviato Launches Passkey Native Bitcoin Wallet SDK at Bitcoin Amsterdam

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Oviato Launches Passkey Native Bitcoin Wallet SDK at Bitcoin Amsterdam
Oviato unveiled a passkey-native Bitcoin wallet SDK at Bitcoin Amsterdam, letting users access self-custodial wallets instantly via Face ID, Touch ID, or passkeys.
This post Oviato Launches Passkey Native Bitcoin Wallet SDK at Bitcoin Amsterdam first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Coinbase Business Launches in Singapore as First International Market

Coinbase Business debuts in Singapore, offering USDC stablecoin payments, global payouts, and rewards for local businesses. Coinbase Business launches in Singapore on Nov. 12, 2025 as the platform’s first international market, providing startups and small to medium-sized businesses with instant USDC payments, global payouts, payment links, integrated asset management, and accounting reconciliation; the service is

New BTC Yield Platform Bridges Gap Between Idle Bitcoin and Miner Capital Needs

Maestro has launched Mezzamine, a bitcoin yield platform that connects idle BTC with miners through on‑chain secured credit facilities. The $2 Trillion Liquidity and Centralization Problem Maestro, an infrastructure provider for bitcoin ( BTC)-native capital markets, has announced the launch of Mezzamine, a new BTC yield platform designed to connect idle bitcoin with the capital

Bitcoin Price Crashes Toward $102,000 as Wall Street Gains, Crypto Reverses

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Bitcoin Price Crashes Toward $102,000 as Wall Street Gains, Crypto Reverses
Bitcoin price plunged to the $102,000s on Tuesday after briefly topping $107,000, retreating despite initial gains from government reopening news and potential tariff checks, as mixed market sentiment weighed on Bitcoin.
This post Bitcoin Price Crashes Toward $102,000 as Wall Street Gains, Crypto Reverses first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

What Is Money?

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What Is Money?
This excerpt from A Progressive’s Case for Bitcoin: New Revised Updated Edition explores how Bitcoin fulfills every core function and property of good money—revealing why it’s the best form of money humanity has ever created.
This post What Is Money? first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Jason Maier.

Chinese ‘Bitcoin Queen’ Ponzi Mastermind Jailed in UK for Over 11 Years

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Chinese ‘Bitcoin Queen’ Ponzi Mastermind Jailed in UK for Over 11 Years
A Chinese woman who ran a $5.6 billion Ponzi scheme and laundered billions in bitcoin was jailed in the UK for nearly 12 years.
This post Chinese ‘Bitcoin Queen’ Ponzi Mastermind Jailed in UK for Over 11 Years first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Exodus Wallet Acquires Uruguay’s Grateful to Boost Latin America Stablecoin Payments

Exodus acquires Uruguay-based Grateful to expand stablecoin merchant services and faster, lower-cost payouts. Exodus Movement, Inc. (NYSE American: EXOD) announces the acquisition of Grateful, a Montevideo-founded stablecoin payments orchestrator that enables merchants to accept wallet-to-wallet payments, QR point-of-sale, offramping and ecommerce checkouts, on Nov. 10, 2025; the deal is positioned to strengthen Exodus’s merchant services

Bank Survey: Institutional Investors Shift to Diversification, Embrace Crypto as Strategic Allocation

Global institutional investors now prioritize diversification over speculation and increase crypto allocations despite near-term caution. Sygnum’s Future Finance 2025 report surveys 1,000+ institutional and professional crypto investors across 43 countries and finds 61% plan to increase digital-asset allocations while only 4% plan to decrease, though sentiment turns neutral or bearish within a year; 76% favor

Brazil Issues New Crypto Regulations, Tightens Controls on Stablecoins Transactions and VASPs

The Central Bank of Brazil has finalized rules governing virtual asset service providers (VASPs) and stablecoin transactions, focusing on financial stability and reducing their use for illicit purposes, according to regulatory director Gilneu Vivan. Central Bank Issues Key Regulation for VASPs and Stablecoin Transactions in Brazil The Central Bank of Brazil has, at last, finalized

Bitcoin Price Soars Past $106,000 Following Weekend Recovery

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Bitcoin Price Soars Past $106,000 Following Weekend Recovery
Bitcoin rebounded above $106,000 on Monday after a volatile week of sub-$100,000 dips, as buyers repeatedly defended key support levels.
This post Bitcoin Price Soars Past $106,000 Following Weekend Recovery first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Trump Floats $2,000 Tariff Checks for Americans — 2020 Stimulus in Bitcoin Would Now Be Worth $18,900

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Trump Floats $2,000 Tariff Checks for Americans — 2020 Stimulus in Bitcoin Would Now Be Worth $18,900
President Trump wants to send Americans a $2,000 “tariff dividend” check, funded by record tariff revenues and aimed at sharing the benefits of the booming U.S. economy.
This post Trump Floats $2,000 Tariff Checks for Americans — 2020 Stimulus in Bitcoin Would Now Be Worth $18,900 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Bitcoin Closes at $104,700 After Rejecting Sub-$100,000 Dips; $109,400 Fibonacci Resistance Next

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Bitcoin Closes at $104,700 After Rejecting Sub-$100,000 Dips; $109,400 Fibonacci Resistance Next
A weekend rally lifted Bitcoin to $104,700, reclaiming the $104,000 support zone while the 0.382 Fibonacci retracement at $109,400 cap near-term upside.
This post Bitcoin Closes at $104,700 After Rejecting Sub-$100,000 Dips; $109,400 Fibonacci Resistance Next first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Ethan Greene – Feral Analysis and Juan Galt.

Bitcoin Surges Past $106K on Shutdown Optimism

The broader crypto market experienced a strong rebound on November 10th, with the total market capitalization surging from $3.513 trillion to $3.68 trillion in 24 hours. Bitcoin and altcoins rose by an average of 4% in the same period. Political Catalyst and Bitcoin’s Resilience The broader crypto market rebounded on Nov. 10, with bitcoin and

Libra Case: More Assets Blocked in Argentina Linked to Hayden Davis

An Argentine federal judge has ordered the freezing of assets belonging to Hayden Davis, a co-founder of Libra, and two informal crypto‑exchange entrepreneurs who received funds from him. The two entrepreneurs received millions on key dates. Federal Judge Blocks Assets Of Hayden Davis and Two More Crypto Entrepreneurs Linked To Libra The Facts The Argentine

Privacy Coin Wars: Snowden’s Zcash Endorsement Sparks Monero Community Backlash

Edward Snowden’s apparent endorsement of Zcash as the leading privacy coin has sparked debate with supporters of rival digital asset monero. Privacy Debate: Zcash vs. Monero U.S. whistleblower and former National Security Agency (NSA) contractor Edward Snowden has weighed in on the Zcash (ZEC) debate, calling the cryptocurrency the “best in this space.” Snowden’s apparent

Banks Are Pushing Back Against Crypto Regulation: Here’s How

Banks are using their proxies, organizations like the Bank Policy Institute and Better Markets, to promote the approval or modification of current regulation to affect the level of involvement of crypto and stablecoins in U.S. retail and institutional markets. Banks Are Taking Action Against Existing and Upcoming Crypto Regulation The Facts Banks are now taking

Judge Orders Detention of ‘Cryptospain’ in $300M Pyramid Scheme Case

A Spanish High Court judge has ordered cryptocurrency entrepreneur Álvaro Romillo Castillo into provisional detention without bail over allegations that he orchestrated a $300 million pyramid scheme. Political Connections and Arrest A Spanish High Court judge has ordered Álvaro Romillo Castillo, the cryptocurrency entrepreneur known as “Cryptospain” and “Luis Crypto,” into provisional detention without bail.

Mathematically Predicting Bitcoin Price Floor

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Mathematically Predicting Bitcoin Price Floor
Data models suggest the next bitcoin price bear market may be shallower than past cycles, revealing how maturity is reshaping Bitcoin’s volatility.
This post Mathematically Predicting Bitcoin Price Floor first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Matt Crosby.

JPMorgan Analysts Say Bitcoin Is Cheap Compared to Gold, Estimate $170K Fair Value

A team of analysts led by JPMorgan strategist Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou said bitcoin is currently oversold relative to gold. Panigirtzoglou estimated bitcoin would need to rise above $170K to reach gold’s private-investor level of investment. JPMorgan Analysts: Bitcoin Oversold Compared to Gold, Fair Value Close to $170K The Facts Analysts from JPMorgan have estimated that bitcoin,

Roundtable Announces New CFO, Aly Madhavji To Lead RYVYL Merger NASDAQ Listing

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Roundtable Announces New CFO, Aly Madhavji To Lead RYVYL Merger NASDAQ Listing
San Diego, CA, Nov. 06, 2025 — Roundtable and RYVYL Inc. (NASDAQ: RVYL) today announced that legendary Web3 investor Aly Madhavji has agreed to join the soon-to-be-merged company as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), bridging his unique background of traditional finance credentials with deep relationships and experience managing over 200 blockchain infrastructure technology investments. As CFO, Madhavji will help guide
This post Roundtable Announces New CFO, Aly Madhavji To Lead RYVYL Merger NASDAQ Listing first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Bitcoin Magazine.

Bitcoin Price Dances with $100,000 as Crypto Industry Waits to See What’s Next

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Bitcoin Price Dances with $100,000 as Crypto Industry Waits to See What’s Next
Analysts say Bitcoin’s next move hinges on whether new buyers can absorb ongoing whale selling, with volatility likely to persist as the market seeks a post-distribution equilibrium.
This post Bitcoin Price Dances with $100,000 as Crypto Industry Waits to See What’s Next first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Cathie Wood Lowers Bitcoin 2030 Target To $1.2 Million as Stablecoins Gain Popularity 

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Cathie Wood Lowers Bitcoin 2030 Target To $1.2 Million as Stablecoins Gain Popularity 
ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood lowered her 2030 Bitcoin forecast from $1.5 million to $1.2 million.
This post Cathie Wood Lowers Bitcoin 2030 Target To $1.2 Million as Stablecoins Gain Popularity  first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Fed Governor Lisa Cook Takes a Break From Her Battle With Trump, Delivers Speech on Monetary Policy

The governor spoke about the complexities of U.S. monetary policy at the Brookings Institute this past Monday in Washington, DC. Fed’s Lisa Cook Highlights Delicate Balance of Inflation and Employment Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook seems to have pushed the pause button on her high-profile feud with U.S. President Donald Trump. The governor recently made

Balancer Breach Tied to Batch Swap Rounding Bug; Investigation Ongoing

The decentralized finance platform Balancer has acknowledged a significant security breach affecting its V2 protocol and its forks on other chains. Balancer Confirms ‘Significant’ V2 Exploit The decentralized finance (DeFi) platform Balancer has acknowledged that a recent security breach targeting its V2 protocol and forks on other chains “was significant.” In its latest update, Balancer

Institutions Stay Bullish on Bitcoin as Retail Capitulates: Bitwise CIO Sees Crypto Rally Ahead

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Institutions Stay Bullish on Bitcoin as Retail Capitulates: Bitwise CIO Sees Crypto Rally Ahead
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan sees the crypto market nearing a bottom amid retail exhaustion, while Senator Cynthia Lummis urges U.S. banks to integrate digital assets into the financial system.
This post Institutions Stay Bullish on Bitcoin as Retail Capitulates: Bitwise CIO Sees Crypto Rally Ahead first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.