Crypto
Cryptocurrencies, blockchains, exchanges, stablecoins, DeFi, crypto regulation and crypto markets.
JP Morgan ranks Bitcoin top asset despite bearish market sentiment
JP Morgan projects a 10% annualized return for Bitcoin over the next decade, surpassing equities and gold. This institutional endorsement contrasts with current market pessimism driven by heavy short positions and capital rotation into AI.
NYSE selects Avalanche for tokenized stock settlement
The New York Stock Exchange chose Avalanche to settle its tokenized stocks, citing security and speed. The decision highlights a broader trend of major exchanges launching tokenized products while raising questions about value accrual in the ecosystem.
Securitize stock surges 20% on Q3 revenue growth
Securitize shares rose more than 20% after the tokenization platform reported third-quarter earnings showing revenue expansion. The company remains unprofitable but has reached break-even on an adjusted basis, reinforcing its position in institutional tokenization infrastructure.
Stablecoin market cap falls to $288 billion
Total stablecoin market capitalization has declined from $304 billion to $288 billion over the past few weeks. Analysts attribute the drop to institutional capital shifting toward traditional finance yield opportunities and anticipation of bank-issued stablecoins.
Bitcoin tests 200-day average as inflation data weighs on price
Bitcoin traded near $73,000 on November 10, 2026, hitting its lowest level since August after a strong CPI print. Analyst Tim Warren views the drop as a manipulative correction rather than a trend reversal.
Warren outlines support levels for Ethereum, Solana, and XRP
Analyst Tim Warren identified specific technical support zones for major altcoins, citing institutional adoption signals despite bearish price action. He linked XRP's decline to legislative uncertainty and highlighted NYSE moves on Avalanche.
Backpack drives Solana tokenized stock volume surge
Backpack added over 200,000 new tokenized stockholders in the last month, accounting for roughly 90% of $657 million in daily Solana trading. The platform’s redemption feature links on-chain assets to traditional brokerages, creating liquidity advantages over competitors.
Near Protocol cuts annual token issuance to 1.6 percent
Near Protocol holders voted to reduce annual token issuance from 2.5 percent to 1.6 percent over the next two years. The move aligns the supply schedule with Bitcoin and aims to transition the network toward a fixed supply model.
Near enables staking NEAR for AI inference capacity
Near Protocol introduced a mechanism allowing users to stake NEAR tokens to access AI inference capacity on the Near AI cloud. The system replaces monthly subscription fees and supports autonomous agents operating as independent economic actors.
Binance hack and ICE investment reshape crypto sentiment
A $6 billion theft from Binance and a new ICE investment in Hyperliquid products are driving divergent views on market resilience. Circle reported stagnant stablecoin volumes as institutional interest in decentralized exchanges grows.
DTCC goes live with tokenization services for institutional assets
The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation has launched its collateral app chain and tokenization services, a milestone that signals the integration of blockchain into legacy financial infrastructure. The move is expected to drive adoption among thousands of broker-dealer members currently managing trillions in assets.
Chainlink and Anchorage launch CustodySync for custodial assets
Chainlink and Anchorage introduced CustodySync, a protocol that allows assets held by qualified custodians to access DeFi without moving the underlying holdings. The move targets roughly $700 billion in crypto assets currently locked in custody without direct DeFi access.
Navra raises $19 million to bridge institutional capital to DeFi
Navra secured a $19 million Series A to address custody and usability barriers for institutional investors. The platform aims to move asset-based finance on-chain by aggregating DeFi protocols under a compliant, multi-party computation framework.
Cagney criticizes tokenized stock wrappers, favors native issuance
Mike Cagney argued that tokenized stock wrappers offer inferior execution compared to native on-chain issuance. He advocated for self-settlement models that eliminate intermediaries like the DTCC and improve stock loan economics for investors.
Binance loses over $6 billion in largest crypto hack in history
North Korean hackers stole approximately $6 billion from Binance through a compromised employee laptop, marking the largest theft in cryptocurrency history. The incident has triggered a debate over centralized custody risks and the resilience of major exchanges.
Wall Street Journal ad signals tokenization is game on
An anonymous full-page ad in the Wall Street Journal warning of unregulated tokenization has been interpreted as a sign that the sector is gaining momentum. Industry leaders view the high-cost advertisement as a fear-based tactic by vested interests resisting the shift to on-chain assets.
Sharplink deploys $2 billion ETH treasury into on-chain yield strategies
Sharplink has deployed over $400 million of its $2 billion ETH holdings into yield-generating protocols and launched a fund with Galaxy Digital. The company aims to provide long-term liquidity to the Ethereum ecosystem, positioning itself as a steward of institutional capital.
Binance suffers $6 billion hack, largest in crypto history
Attackers drained approximately $6 billion from Binance hot wallets, triggering emergency freezes by Tether and Circle. The incident marks the largest cryptocurrency theft on record and has raised questions about centralized exchange security.
ICE invests in TradeXYZ to launch regulated perps on Hyperliquid
ICE, the operator of the New York Stock Exchange, invested in TradeXYZ to bring regulated perpetual futures to the US via Hyperliquid. The move signals growing institutional interest in on-chain infrastructure for compliant trading.
Bitcoin falls to $77,800 as altcoins suffer broad sell-off
Bitcoin declined to $77,800 amid a wider market downturn, with several altcoins dropping more than 20%. The sell-off follows the recent Binance hack and ongoing geopolitical uncertainties.
Binance absorbs $6.3 billion loss from North Korean hackers
North Korean hackers stole an estimated $6.3 billion from Binance's hot wallet by compromising a DevOps engineer's laptop. The exchange will cover the losses with company funds while Bitcoin prices remain relatively stable.
Polymarket freezes services after browser-based hack steals millions
Malicious software uploaded to user browsers allowed attackers to steal millions from individual Polymarket accounts. The incident highlights operational security risks at the user level rather than platform protocol failures.
Tokenized stock value hits $5 billion as institutions expand on-chain listings
The total value of tokenized stocks surged to nearly $5 billion, driven by a single mint of over $1 billion in Marvell stock on Binance. This rapid adoption is expected to expand liquidity for decentralized finance protocols and attract broader institutional participation.
Bitcoin holds 80k as Fed policy uncertainty persists
Bitcoin is trading near $80,000 as Federal Reserve rate decisions and Middle East tensions weigh on recovery prospects. Analysts suggest the asset's trajectory is now more tied to business cycles and liquidity than halving events.
Investor recommends five large-cap altcoins for long-term holding
A recommended portfolio includes Ethereum, Solana, XRP, BNB, and Hyperliquid, citing their utility and institutional adoption. Hyperliquid is highlighted for its dominance in perpetual trading and potential U.S. regulatory endorsement.
Bitcoin holds $80,000 support as macro uncertainty and Fed meeting loom
Bitcoin is trading in a range near $80,000, with analysts viewing the current price action as a retest of bull market support rather than a failed rally. The asset faces near-term headwinds from corporate earnings, a Federal Reserve meeting, and rising inflation data.
JP Morgan Asset Management projects 10% compound return for Bitcoin
JP Morgan Asset Management has identified Bitcoin as the asset class with the highest expected return in its latest capital market assumptions. The report projects a 10% compound annual return alongside an arithmetic return exceeding 20%, signaling a notable shift in the bank's institutional stance.
Solana updates consensus to reduce finality to 150 milliseconds
Solana has deployed the Alpine Glow update, which reduces transaction finality time by a factor of 10 to 100. The change brings settlement confirmation to approximately 150 milliseconds, enhancing the network's suitability for high-frequency trading and payment applications.
Hyperliquid Policy Institute seeks SEC clarity on airdrop classification
The Hyperliquid Policy Institute has sent inquiries to the SEC and CFTC regarding the regulation of continuous airdrops. Market participants interpret this outreach as a precursor to a second token distribution, contingent on favorable regulatory guidance.
Paper Trade halts token trading after exploit risk identified
Paper Trade suspended trading of its native token indefinitely after identifying a structural vulnerability involving cross-platform arbitrage. The halt follows the discovery that users could exploit the platform's oracle by shorting the token on Hyperliquid.
Bitcoin holds above $81,000 as it decouples from AI trade
Bitcoin is maintaining strength in the low $80,000s despite macro headwinds and recent AI sector corrections. Analysts argue this decorrelation offers a unique diversification benefit for investors seeking exposure uncorrelated to tech capital expenditure.
Solana activates Alpenglow upgrade, cutting finality to 200ms
Solana has activated its Alpenglow upgrade, reducing transaction finality from 12 seconds to 200 milliseconds and lowering validator costs by 70%. The technical improvement positions the network to compete for on-chain trading of tokenized equities, though analysts note current demand for block space remains low.
Aave v4 enables tokenized stock lending, driving adoption
Aave version 4 allows users to lend tokenized stocks to earn yield, a feature previously captured by traditional brokers. The protocol is pausing token buybacks to build its treasury, a strategy aligned with peers seeking credit ratings from agencies like Moody's and S&P.