🚀 Bitcoin miners are on the move! Over 25,367 BTC, valued at a whopping $2.2 billion, flowed out of mining pool wallets as Bitcoin hit a new high of $88,025. But don't panic—miners are just prepping for the next cycle, like squirrels hoarding nuts for winter.

- Onchain analyst Avocado_onchain says miners cash in when the market's up, gearing up for the halving.
- Despite outflows, there's still "ample room for growth," thanks to Bitcoin's high hashrate.
- November could see BTC hit $100K, with historical trends and a certain ex-president's win boosting optimism.

Keep your eyes peeled; this rally's got legs! 🦵

🚀 Crypto enthusiasts, rejoice! Senator John Thune is the new Senate majority leader, and he's got a soft spot for digital currencies. Known for backing the Digital Commodities Consumer Protection Act, Thune aims to expand the CFTC’s role in crypto regulation, potentially sidelining the SEC's approach.

• Thune's pro-crypto stance has crypto fans buzzing with optimism.
• He’s been described as a "strong crypto supporter" by Coinbase's Stand With Crypto group.
• With Thune at the helm, the crypto community is hopeful for clearer regulations and a friendlier market environment.

Hold onto your digital wallets, folks!

🚀 Bitcoin's on a roll, folks! Trading over $90k, BTC's market cap hit a whopping $1.805 trillion, surpassing Saudi Aramco and inching closer to tech giants. It's now the 7th biggest asset globally, leaving Silver in the dust. Meanwhile, the crypto market cap is flexing at $3.02 trillion, ranking 8th in GDP terms. Not to be outdone, Ethereum's market cap is climbing too, recently outpacing Bank of America. With BTC eyeing the tech titans and ETH hot on its heels, it's a wild ride in the crypto cosmos! 🌌

🚀 Bitcoin enthusiasts are on cloud nine as BTC flirts with the $100,000 milestone! After Trump’s election win, Bitcoin rocketed past $90,000, leaving traditional assets in the dust with a 100% year-to-date rally. November, Bitcoin’s lucky charm month, could see it hit the six-figure mark, analysts predict. Bitfinex analysts are optimistic, citing Trump's presidency and potential US interest rate cuts as catalysts. But beware, says Crypto.com’s CEO—leverage levels are sky-high. Manage your risk, folks, as Bitcoin’s rollercoaster ride continues! 🎢

🚀 Bitcoin's on a rocket ride, hitting a new all-time high of $93,483! As US inflation data came in as expected, BTC danced around the $90k mark, teasing traders with dreams of six-figure glory. With the Fed eyeing another rate cut, crypto enthusiasts are betting big on Bitcoin's next move. Analysts predict a potential leap to $100k, with some whispering about a $200k peak. The market's buzzing, and Bitcoin's showing no signs of slowing down. Buckle up, crypto fans—this ride's just getting started!

🚨 Crypto Caper Unraveled! 🚨

- Delhi Police nab a suspect from Bengal in the $235M WazirX hack, proving that crime doesn’t pay... unless it’s in crypto!
- The breach wasn’t due to WazirX’s internal flaws but a fake account sold on Telegram. Talk about a telegram that should’ve been lost in the mail!
- WazirX’s security gets a thumbs-up from the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre, while Liminal Custody and WazirX play the blame game.
- WazirX is migrating assets to new wallets, ensuring their crypto stays more secure than your grandma’s cookie jar. 🍪

🚀 Institutional investors are gearing up for a crypto party, with 57% planning to boost their digital asset stash, according to Sygnum's Future Finance survey. The US Bitcoin Spot ETFs are the new life of the party, promising to speed up crypto adoption.

- 400 investors from 27 countries shared their thoughts, with only 5% planning to dial down their crypto enthusiasm.
- While some prefer single-token investments, others are opting for an actively managed approach.
- Regulatory clarity is the new black, but market volatility and security concerns still keep investors on their toes.

Bitcoin, Solana, and stablecoins are the stars of the show, while Web3 infrastructure is gaining traction. Meanwhile, DeFi's popularity is waning due to pesky hacks.

🚨 Phantom Wallet users on iOS, hold onto your hats—and your seed phrases! A recent app update has caused some wallets to reset, leaving users locked out unless they remember their recovery phrases. Phantom quickly rolled out an emergency update to stop the wallet wipeout from spreading.

- Users reported lost funds and wiped balances, sparking a flurry of "Where's my SOL?" tweets.
- Phantom apologized, urging users to securely store their seed phrases.
- Remember, folks: in the world of non-custodial wallets, you're the boss of your own keys! 🔑

Stay safe and keep those phrases handy!

🚀 Ethereum's EIP-7702 is set to give smart accounts a turbo boost! Safe co-founder Lukas Schor, at Ethereum Devcon 2024, declared this proposal the "tipping point" for account abstraction.

- EIP-7702 simplifies upgrading existing wallets to smart accounts, solving the "wallet trilemma" of control, convenience, and security.
- Expect a gradual opt-in adoption, with a vision of unified balances across chains and seamless integration with traditional finance.
- Schor predicts that in five years, every Ethereum account could be a smart account.

Get ready for a smarter crypto future!

🚀 Bitcoin is getting a makeover! StarkWare CEO Eli Ben Sasson reveals that OP_CAT, a major Bitcoin upgrade, is expected to launch within a year. This upgrade will introduce covenants, ZK-rollups, and layer 2 networks, with Starknet becoming the first L2 to settle on both Bitcoin and Ethereum. Think of OP_CAT as adding a new button to Bitcoin's "scientific calculator," allowing more complex operations. Experts suggest this could boost Bitcoin's DeFi activity, potentially surpassing Ethereum. Get ready to buy your coffee without breaking the bank! ☕

Coinbase Wallet is gearing up to unleash a "Tap to Pay" feature, aiming to give Cash App, Venmo, and PayPal a run for their money. 🚀 Currently in "internal alpha," this crypto solution promises a global tap-to-pay experience, potentially reaching 50 countries by 2025. Jesse Pollak, the mastermind behind Ethereum layer 2 Base, is optimistic about transforming merchant payments with stablecoins like USDC and USDT. Meanwhile, Base is on the brink of solving Ethereum's layer 2 interoperability woes, promising seamless crosschain transfers within six months. Stay tuned for a wallet that works everywhere!

Bitcoin's options market is gearing up for a year-end showdown with a whopping $11.8 billion set to expire on Dec. 27. Bulls are flexing their muscles, with call options leading the charge at $7.9 billion, while bears lag behind with $3.92 billion in puts.

As BTC's price dances above $80,000, bearish investors are sweating to keep it below $75,000. If the price stays near $88,000, only $96 million in puts will matter.

With bulls eyeing $90,500, it's a thrilling ride to the finish line. Will bears manage a last-minute tackle, or will bulls score a victory? Stay tuned! 🚀

🚀 Crypto world shake-up! Arca and BlockTower Capital are tying the knot to form a powerhouse investment platform. This dynamic duo aims to boost their offerings and talent pool, ensuring they stay ahead in the ever-evolving digital assets space. While BlockTower's venture arm will fly solo, the merger promises a stronger team to tackle market trends. Meanwhile, Coinbase is on a shopping spree, snapping up Utopia Labs to supercharge its on-chain payments. With mergers and acquisitions heating up, the crypto scene is buzzing with expansion and innovation!

Crypto firms are gearing up for a "fresh perspective" with Trump's reelection and a Republican Senate. Ripple and Coinbase, major crypto players, are hopeful for a shake-up at the SEC, aiming for a more rational approach to digital assets. Ripple's legal eagle, Stuart Alderoty, humorously notes that "policy is people, and people is policy." With SEC's Gary Gensler in the hot seat, the crypto world is buzzing about potential changes, including a possible "Crypto Mom" takeover. As the SEC's future leadership remains uncertain, the crypto community is cautiously optimistic. 🚀

🚀 Fireblocks and NongHyup Bank are teaming up to revolutionize tax refunds in South Korea! The duo signed an MoU to pilot a project using Fireblocks' Tokenization Engine to streamline VAT and GST refunds.

- Tokenization will enhance transparency and security, making tax refunds as easy as pie (or kimchi)!
- This initiative aims to cut costs and boost trust between banks and clients.
- With over 10 million customers, NongHyup Bank is eager to explore more blockchain-powered services.

Fireblocks is branching out, offering new products and partnerships, proving the sky's the limit!

🚀 In the latest episode of "Crypto Courtroom Drama," FTX co-founder Gary Wang might just dodge the orange jumpsuit! Scheduled for sentencing on Nov. 20, Wang's cooperation in the FTX scandal investigation has earned him brownie points with Uncle Sam. Prosecutors praised his "truthful" testimony against former CEO Sam Bankman-Fried, who’s now enjoying a 25-year vacation behind bars. If Judge Kaplan plays nice, Wang could be back in the crypto game, potentially crafting tools to sniff out shady dealings. Stay tuned as the crypto soap opera unfolds!

- Mike Novogratz, Galaxy Digital's head honcho, humorously suggests a "low probability" of President-Elect Trump creating a Bitcoin strategic reserve. Why? Because the US dollar is already flexing its muscles as the global reserve currency.

- Novogratz imagines a world where the US flaunts its Bitcoin stash, sparking a global BTC arms race. If that happens, Bitcoin might just moon to $500,000! 🚀

- Meanwhile, El Salvador and Bhutan are already stacking sats like pros, with Bhutan's crypto holdings hitting the billion-dollar mark. Looks like the Bitcoin party is just getting started!

**Coinbase's Utopian Dream: Building the Future of Crypto Payments 🚀**

- Coinbase has snapped up Utopia Labs to turbocharge its on-chain payments, integrating the team into its Base network. Talk about a match made in crypto heaven!

- Base, Coinbase's Ethereum L2, is now the top dog in total value locked, overtaking Arbitrum with a cool $3.15 billion. Who knew scaling could be this exciting?

- Coinbase's stock is on a rollercoaster, hitting $300 after Trump's election win. Analysts predict smoother sailing for crypto under the new administration.

Stay tuned as Coinbase continues its quest for crypto dominance!

Blackrock is on a blockchain spree! 🎉 The asset manager is expanding its tokenized money fund, BUIDL, to five more networks: Aptos, Arbitrum, Avalanche, Optimism, and Polygon. Initially launched on Ethereum, BUIDL invests in low-risk U.S. Treasury bills, making it a hot pick for cautious crypto enthusiasts.

With tokenized real-world assets like T-Bills gaining traction, BUIDL is leading the pack with the largest assets under management. As more chains join the party, expect smoother transactions and on-chain dividends. It's a $30-trillion market opportunity, and Blackrock's ready to BUIDL it up!

🐋 Whale of a time in the NFT seas! Despite a dip in average daily buyers, whales have been splashing cash on BNB Chain, boosting NFT volumes to a daily average of $600,400 in Q3. Meanwhile, Lamborghini revs up the NFT scene with its Revuelto mint, letting gamers drive virtual Lambos! 🚗💨

Infinex is speeding up its game too, planning to list the top 500 crypto assets by 2025, while OpenSea users have dropped their lawsuit, opting for arbitration instead. Stay tuned for more NFT adventures next week!