‍Arthur Hayes Predicts "Stealth QE" to Ignite Crypto Bull Run BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes suggests that "stealth QE" by the U.S. Treasury and Federal Reserve could drive a new crypto market surge, particularly benefiting Bitcoin (BTC). Hayes points to increasing U.S. government spending and challenges in U.S. Treasury bond demand. Foreign central banks are diversifying into gold, and domestic savings are insufficient. This leads to reliance on repurchase agreements (repos) for bond purchases. The Fed's standing repo facility may inject liquidity as the Treasury issues significant debt, acting as indirect quantitative easing. This increased dollar liquidity could boost risk assets like cryptocurrencies.
‍ION's Online+ DApp Pioneers Web3 Social Media with User-Owned Data The Ice Open Network (ION) has launched Online+, a decentralized application (DApp) aiming to revolutionize social media by giving users control over their data. ION founder Alexandru Iulian Florea envisions a "New Internet" where individuals own their identity, data, and interactions, moving away from Big Tech's data control. Online+ leverages the ION Chain, designed for Web2-level convenience with high transaction speeds, low fees, and enhanced privacy. The platform's framework includes ION Identity, ION Vault, ION Connect, and ION Liberty, ensuring a seamless user experience with decentralization built-in. ION has already attracted over 40 million verified users and nearly a million on-chain addresses for Online+. Future plans include the ION DApp Builder in 2026, a no-code interface to democratize DApp creation. ION aims to become an essential, invisible fabric for user-owned applications, making digital sovereignty the norm.
‍Bitget Launches 80,000 USDT Copy Trading Referral Program Bitget has introduced a referral program offering up to 80,000 USDT. Existing users can earn 5 USDT for each new user they invite, with a maximum of 100 USDT per referrer. Referrals are valid if the invited user registers via the link, completes a copy trade, and maintains a 50 USDT balance for seven days. New traders also receive a welcome package of up to 80 USDT upon registration and verification. The program runs from November 1 to November 21, 2025 (UTC+8). Rewards will be distributed within ten business days post-campaign. Bitget enforces an anti-abuse policy to ensure fair play.
‍Bitcoin Drops Below $104K, CME Gap at $92K Eyed Amidst Short-Term Holder Capitulation Bitcoin has fallen below the critical $104,000 support level, with analysts now watching a potential descent towards $92,000 due to an unfilled CME futures gap. Short-term holders are experiencing significant unrealized losses, indicating a market capitulation phase. Factors contributing to the decline include Bitcoin whale sell-offs, weakening US stock market sentiment, and a strengthening US dollar. On-chain data from Glassnode shows the Net Unrealized Profit/Loss (NUPL) for short-term holders nearing capitulation levels, a point that historically presents accumulation opportunities for patient investors.
‍Ethereum Foundation: Security is Paramount for Blockchain's Financial Future Tomasz Stańczak of the Ethereum Foundation emphasized the critical role of security in blockchain's integration into finance. He stated that robust security measures are essential for the widespread adoption of DeFi applications. The foundation is focusing on enhancing Ethereum's scalability, security, and sustainability. This includes developing tailored solutions for major financial players and institutional investors, aiming to build resilient infrastructure for complex financial applications.
‍Solana Foundation Aims for On-Chain IPOs in Upcoming Years The Solana Foundation is working towards establishing an "internet capital market" that will facilitate on-chain initial public offerings (IPOs) in the near future. This initiative seeks to integrate blockchain technology into traditional finance. Solana Foundation President Lily Liu announced plans to host native on-chain IPOs, aiming to revolutionize decentralized fundraising. The foundation is also collaborating with institutions like Western Union to expand blockchain utility in payments and stablecoins, emphasizing the need for liquidity, speed, and cost-efficiency in future financial infrastructure.
‍ARK Invest Increases Bullish Holdings Amidst US Expansion and Options Platform Success ARK Invest has significantly boosted its stake in the crypto exchange Bullish, acquiring approximately 238,000 shares valued at $12 million. This investment follows Bullish's successful launch of a new crypto options platform, which generated over $82 million in trading volume within its first five days. Bullish has also expanded its US operations to 20 states after obtaining key regulatory licenses, including the BitLicense. The exchange, established in 2021, has already processed over $1.5 trillion in global trading volume.
‍BitsLab AI Uncovers Smart Contract Vulnerabilities in Story Protocol Web3 security organization BitsLab has identified a medium-severity and a low-severity vulnerability in Story Protocol's smart contracts using its AI-powered Audit Agent. The medium flaw involves an incorrect boundary condition in `PILicenseTemplate.sol`, potentially affecting external integrations. The low-severity issue stems from inconsistent hash calculations in the `PILicenseTemplate` contract, which could lead to data redundancy or confusion. BitsLab's AI demonstrated precision in detecting these complex logical flaws, highlighting the growing role of AI in safeguarding decentralized ecosystems.
‍Zhaojin Mining and Ant Group to Tokenize Gold Assets Zhaojin Mining Industry Co., Ltd. has partnered with Ant Group's SigmaLayer to explore the tokenization of gold assets. The collaboration, announced at Hong Kong Fintech Week, will utilize blockchain, tokenization, and AI to create a traceable system for physical gold, converting it into on-chain digital assets. This initiative aims to enhance liquidity, accessibility, and transparency in gold management. It also focuses on improving supply chain efficiency and ESG adherence through immutable record-keeping and verifiable tracking of ESG metrics.