‍Cryptic Activist Launches: A New Era for No-KYC P2P Crypto Trading Cryptic Activist has launched, offering decentralized, no-KYC P2P crypto trading for over 30 cryptocurrencies across multiple blockchains. The platform prioritizes privacy and autonomy, enabling trustless transactions without intermediaries or surveillance. The project aims to restore core crypto principles of privacy and self-sovereignty, addressing the trend of centralized exchanges imposing mandatory KYC. Cryptic Activist uses a trustless on-chain escrow model for secure trades. To celebrate its launch on November 26, 2025, Cryptic Activist offers 100% fee-free trading until December 31, 2025.
‍Grayscale Files for Zcash ETF Amidst 1,000% Price Surge Grayscale Investments has applied with the SEC to convert its Grayscale Zcash Trust into an exchange-traded fund (ETF). This follows a significant 1,000% price increase for Zcash (ZEC) over the past year, driven by its strong privacy features utilizing zero-knowledge proofs. Influential figures like Naval Ravikant and Arthur Hayes have publicly endorsed Zcash, boosting its momentum. Grayscale has a successful track record converting trusts for Bitcoin and Ethereum into ETFs, and also offers ETFs for Solana, Dogecoin, and XRP. The potential Zcash ETF could offer regulated, institutional access to this privacy-focused digital asset.
‍Bitcoin and Ethereum Consolidate Amidst Holiday Volatility; Derivatives Market Suggests Capped Rally Major digital assets exhibit subdued performance ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, with BTC and ETH down approximately 1% in 24 hours. Despite positive macroeconomic sentiment and expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts, institutional options trades totaling $2 billion suggest a potential price ceiling for Bitcoin between $100,000 and $118,000. Market participants should monitor for increased volatility due to reduced liquidity.
‍Sweat Wallet Unveils Multichain '1-1-1' Upgrade Sweat Wallet introduces its "1-1-1" update, bringing multichain support across Ethereum, Base, BNB Smart Chain, Arbitrum, and Near. The SWEAT token now acts as a universal gas token, simplifying blockchain interactions. The update includes a burn of over 600 million SWEAT tokens and a pledge to allocate 100% of project profits to token buybacks. Sweat Foundation is now an ADGM-regulated DLT Foundation and is MiCAR compliant. The "1-1-1" solution offers one wallet, one key, and one token for gas fees.
‍Institutional Ethereum Staking Elevated with New DVT Cluster A significant advancement in institutional crypto adoption has been announced with the launch of an institutional-grade Ethereum Distributed Validator Technology (DVT) cluster. This initiative by LTIN, Solstice, Bitcoin Suisse, and Obol aims to set a new standard for secure, resilient, and decentralized Ethereum staking for financial entities. The DVT cluster leverages cutting-edge technology to ensure zero-downtime performance and establish clear jurisdictional oversight across Switzerland and Liechtenstein, addressing institutional demands for compliance and decentralization. This collaboration eliminates single-operator failure risks and enhances network resilience. Key advantages include enhanced security, improved decentralization, regulatory compliance within sovereign frameworks, and high uptime performance. The cluster is now open for institutional onboarding.
‍Cross the Ages Launches Arise RPG Alpha on Epic Games Store Cross the Ages has launched a two-week alpha test for its new multiplayer action RPG, Arise, available on the Epic Games Store. This expansion integrates NFT assets from the existing trading card game into Arise, creating an interconnected digital ecosystem. Arise features dungeon exploration, PvP combat, and trading, allowing players to choose roles as fighters, builders, or strategists. Assets are now usable across the entire CTA ecosystem, emphasizing digital ownership. The project recently migrated to the Solana blockchain. The alpha test concludes on December 10. The launch is supported by a strategic investment from Animoca Brands.
‍Polygon Co-founder Debates POL vs. MATIC Ticker Rebrand Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal has sparked discussion on whether to revert the network's token ticker from POL back to MATIC, nearly a year after the rebrand. Nailwal notes that while he prefers POL, retail users in regions like the Philippines and Dubai still strongly recognize MATIC. The shift to POL occurred in September 2024, introducing enhanced utility beyond gas and staking fees. However, the token is currently trading significantly below its all-time high. The community is divided, with some prioritizing development and others emphasizing brand recognition and familiarity for early adopters. Some suggest alternative tickers like PGON.
‍Blockrise Secures Dutch MiCA License, Offering Bitcoin-Backed Loans Netherlands-based Blockrise has obtained a MiCA license from the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM). This approval allows the firm to offer regulated Bitcoin financial services, including custody, trading, and asset management, across the EU. Blockrise is also launching Bitcoin-backed business loans starting at €20,000 with an 8% interest rate. While lending is not yet fully covered by MiCA, Blockrise's CEO, Jos Lazet, confirmed they are operating within regulatory parameters by serving only business clients. The company manages approximately €100 million in client assets.
‍Token Cat Appoints Blockchain Veteran Sav Persico as COO to Drive Crypto Transformation Token Cat Limited has appointed Sav Persico as its new Chief Operating Officer, effective November 26, 2025. Persico brings three decades of leadership experience in crypto assets, blockchain systems, and technology operations. As COO, Persico will advance Token Cat's crypto asset strategy and operational excellence, focusing on enterprise-level crypto asset management. CEO Guangsheng Liu stated Persico's expertise will bolster the company's crypto portfolio and drive innovation. Persico aims to leverage technology-driven asset management for long-term growth.
‍WLFI Intensifies Token Buybacks Amidst Price Decline World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a project reportedly backed by the Trump family, is increasing its token buyback program to combat a price that is nearly 50% below its launch value. The platform recently acquired $7.7 million worth of WLFI tokens. Earlier this year, the Trump family reportedly earned approximately $802 million in crypto income. However, their holdings faced significant losses following a market crash in October. WLFI's strategy involves using 100% of treasury liquidity fees for buybacks and burns to reduce supply and stimulate demand.