Market Signal Briefing

In brief
Balancer, a multi-chain automated market maker, suffered a major exploit that has resulted in an estimated $128 million in losses.
Liquidity pools across Ethereum, Arbitrum, Base, and other chains have been affected by the attack.
Berachain has halted its blockchain and is preparing for a hard fork to recover the lost funds.
Crypto automated market maker Balancer suffered a major exploit early Monday that resulted in an estimated $128 million worth of digital assets being stolen across multiple blockchains. As a result, emerging network Berachain has forcefully halted its blockchain and is attempting a hard fork to resolve the issue.

Balancer was offering its services across multiple chains—including Ethereum, Arbitrum, and Base—and all of those that used Balancer V2 were vulnerable to the attack. On top of this, many protocols have used its codebase to build their own products, which also suffer from the same vulnerability.

The exploit likely came as the result of a “tiny precision/rounding error” found in Balancer V2 liquidity pools, on-chain analytics firm Nansen told Decrypt. The attacker pushed the pools towards that rounding error via multiple swaps within a single transaction. That led to the Balancer Pool Token, which represents ownership in Balancer liquidity pools, being undervalued by the liquidity pool.

“With the BPT price depressed, the attacker swapped into or minted BPT at that deflated value. They immediately converted those (underpriced) BPT back into underlying assets and then into ETH, pocketing the difference,” Nansen Research Analyst Nicolai Sondergaard told Decrypt. 

Security experts Cyvers and PeckShield both estimate the total losses to be worth approximately $128 million. Nansen estimated the figure to be closer to $100 million, a figure that is dropping as token prices decline amid a broader market plunge. The stolen funds were then sent through several different addresses and swapped on decentralized exchanges.

Balancer has acknowledged the exploit and confirmed that the issue is isolated to Balancer V2 Composable Stable Pools specifically—meaning V3 pools remain unaffected. The project is now working with “leading security researchers” to create a full postmortem on the incident. Balancer’s BAL token has dropped more than 11% on the day to a $56 million market capitalization, according to CoinGecko.

“[It’s] likely the worst is behind at this point, as it does not seem like the exploiter is withdrawing any more funds,” Sondergaard said.

Today, around 7:48 AM UTC, an exploit affected Balancer V2 Composable Stable Pools.

Our team is working with leading security researchers to understand the issue and will share additional findings and a full post-mortem as soon as possible.

Because these pools have been live… pic.twitter.com/LRLNNXogt3

— Balancer (@Balancer) November 3, 2025

Bera stopped in its tracksAs a result of the attack, Berachain validators coordinated to halt the blockchain, with plans to perform an emergency hard fork to roll back the chain to its state before the exploit.

This is because Berachain’s native decentralized exchange is built upon the same vulnerable codebase as Balancer V2, Cyvers told Decrypt. That explains why Berachain was hit so hard, with an estimated $12.86 million in losses.

“Given that it affected non-native assets (not just BERA), the rollback/rollforward involves more than a simple hard fork,” the Berachain Foundation announcement said, explaining why the blockchain was halted in the meantime.

The Berachain validators have coordinated to purposefully halt the Berachain network as the core team performs an emergency hard fork to address Balancer V2 related exploits on the BEX.

This halt has been executed purposefully, and the network will be operational shortly upon…

— Berachain Foundation 🐻⛓ (@berachain) November 3, 2025

This move is highly contentious among crypto-natives who believe in the immutability of blockchains. For many die-hard crypto believers, forking a chain and undoing transactions goes against everything that crypto stands for. 

Ethereum famously rolled back its blockchain via a hard fork after the famous 2016 hack of The DAO, which led to $50 million in ETH being stolen—an amount that represented a significant amount of the total supply at the time. The controversial hard fork divided the community, with those against the split staying with the original chain in what is now called Ethereum Classic.

“I'm sure that some won't be happy about this, and we recognize that this could be seen as a contentious decision,” pseudonymous Berachain founder and CSO Smokey the Bera, wrote on X. “Users and LPs on the network are always our priority and when approximately $12 million of user funds are at risk from a malicious attacker, we attempted to coordinate the validator set to protect those users.” 

“The goal is to recover funds ASAP and ensure that all LPs are safe,” Smokey added.

Berachain’s token has similarly dropped almost 10% on the day to a $211 million market cap, according to CoinGecko.

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XRP, one of the leading altcoins, has approached a horizontal support level, according to the most recent data. 

Horizontal support is a pivotal concept in technical analysis. It is a price level where a majority of traders are expected to buy a certain asset (whether it's a cryptocurrency or a stock). Essentially, it acts as the price floor. 

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The price is currently approaching this critical floor (as shown by the red candlestick dipping into the gray box).

Failed price reversal XRP experienced a rather strong uptrend from around October 23, with the price of XRP/USDT rising from the low $2.30s to a peak near $2.70 around October 27.

Following the peak, the price entered a downtrend and then consolidated before another sharp fall at the end of the chart.

The previous lows on October 23 and the low of the first major dip appear to have touched or come close to this level, which is why it has been flagged as a significant support zone.

The final red candlestick on the chart is shown aggressively breaking into the top of this support zone. This, of course, shows strong selling pressure.

If the support somehow manages to hold, strong buying pressure in this gray zone will likely cause the price to "bounce" back up.

However, if the selling pressure is too strong, and the price breaks clearly below the bottom of the gray box (below ~$2.30), the support would be considered broken. 

A painful decline or a renewed rally: what's next for HYPE?

HYPE – the native cryptocurrency of the decentralized exchange Hyperliquid – was among the crypto sensations this summer, reaching an all-time high price of almost $60 in mid-September.

However, its valuation has retraced substantially since that peak, and one popular analyst believes the downfall might be just starting.

Major Crash on the Horizon?
The popular X user, Ali Martinez, analyzed the price performance of HYPE and argued that its chart could be forming a classic head-and-shoulders pattern. He said a drop to $36 will confirm that scenario, which in turn may lead to a collapse to as low as $20.

Hyperliquid $HYPE could be forming a head and shoulders pattern. If confirmed, it projects a move to $20. pic.twitter.com/3lKhj8ppqt

— Ali (@ali_charts) November 3, 2025

As of this writing, HYPE trades at approximately $41, meaning that such a plunge would represent a 50% decline. Another renowned market observer who is rather bearish on the asset is Altcoin Sherpa. The X user told their over 250,000 followers that HYPE’s performance looks “poor” and revealed that they are cutting their position after seeing the latest downtrend.

“Looks like some twap out, slow efficient selling. Not sure what’s going on, but going to just wait for more clarity,” they stated on the social media platform.

The Bullish Predictions
Numerous other analysts see the current price level as an ideal buying opportunity. X user Ahmed said they will start accumulating HYPE tokens again, while Crypto Tony promised to do the same if the price dips to $38.40.

Corgil is also optimistic, claiming that the cryptocurrency is just “one announcement away” from reaching a new all-time high before the major token unlock in November. Many industry participants have warned that hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of HYPE will be released towards the end of the month, which could increase the supply and have a negative impact on the price.

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“Everyone with an inch of a brain knows Hyperliquid team will re-lock or come up with something else that would challenge ‘typical’ crypto-project playbook,” Corgil assumed.

Meanwhile, a mysterious crypto trader who usually bets serious sums and has a 100% win rate recently opened a 10x long position on HYPE, sparking speculation that they may know something we don’t.

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Liquidity shifts from the Federal Reserve could determine whether Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) reverses its downtrend or enters a 2019-style correction.

What Happened: Prominent analyst Kevin pointed out that during quantitative easing (QE) or balance sheet expansion, Bitcoin dominance tends to top out, paving the way for altcoin outperformance.

Conversely, during quantitative tightening (QT) phases, liquidity tightens and Bitcoin outperforms the rest of the market, a pattern seen since mid-2022.

In a new post in his exclusive Patreon group, the analyst said that with liquidity likely to loosen from Dec. 1, Bitcoin dominance could reverse lower, forming a macro lower high after BTC hits a new all-time high, potentially triggering altcoin strength into year-end.

Also Read: Bitcoin Crashes 4% To $106,000: Is The Bull Run Over?

Why It Matters: Kevin outlined two possible scenarios for the upcoming months:

Base Case (Bullish): Bitcoin rallies soon, BTC dominance peaks in December, and altcoins outperform as liquidity expands.
Alternative (Bearish): A 2019-style correction, where both Bitcoin and altcoins fall — though alts decline less, causing BTC dominance to drop regardless.
He noted that Bitcoin remains range-bound between $98,000–$125,000, with key support at $106,800. High-timeframe indicators (3D–1W) are still resetting, suggesting that momentum may take time to recover.

Bitcoin's failure to hold above the bull market support band last week confirms resistance, signaling continued corrective behaviour.

Kevin cautioned that losing the current support zone could threaten the macro uptrend, making it a critical level to watch.

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Bitcoin development nonprofit Btrust has named Nigerian Bitcoin Core contributor Abubakar Nur Khalil as its new chief executive officer, the organization announced today. 

Khalil had previously served as interim CEO while sitting on the board as a non-voting member. Khalil will step down from his board position and report directly to the organization’s directors in the full-time role. 

His three-year term is renewable once.

Founded to support open-source Bitcoin development in the Global South, Btrust has expanded its footprint across Africa, Latin America, and India over the past year. The non-profit received initial funding from Jay-Z and Jack Dorsey.

During his interim leadership, the group increased partnerships with organizations including Bitshala, Vinteum and 2140, and reported record grant distribution. 

Since mid-2024, Btrust says it has issued more than $1.7 million in funding, with over half going directly to developers.

Khalil co-founded Btrust Builders, an initiative focused on growing the open-source developer pipeline in emerging markets. He is recognized as a prominent advocate for Bitcoin development in Africa.

“I’m honored to have led Btrust as interim CEO over the past year,” Khalil said in a statement, adding that he aims to strengthen the organization’s systems and scale its impact in 2026 and beyond. “Ensuring that Bitcoin continues to be a money that works for everyone worldwide.”

Board member Obi Nwosu said Khalil is well-positioned to guide Btrust through its next phase as it builds out long-term programs and developer support infrastructure. 

The organization said continuity will be a major focus as it transitions from early-stage growth to broader execution.

Btrust’s board launched the CEO search in July, citing the need for dedicated leadership as its programming expands globally. The organization said the appointment marks “a meaningful next chapter” in its mission to strengthen decentralized Bitcoin development.

Abubakar Nur Khalil will also be speaking at Bitcoin MENA, happening December 8–9, 2025, at the ADNEC Center in Abu Dhabi.

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Key Takeaways 
What’s behind the real estate firm’s BTC play? 
To diversify rental income flow to BTC as a hedge against USD inflation. 

Will the BTC bet withstand the short-term headwinds? 
That remains to be seen, but analysts are confident of a potential leg higher for BTC. 

Florida-based real estate investment firm Cardone Capital has increased its exposure to Bitcoin [BTC]. Its Founder, Grant Cardone, announced that the fund had added $72 million worth of Bitcoin in October and November. 

Source: X

It is suggested that Cardone took advantage of the recent discounted prices. He added that there was a potential $504 million fund if he sells some of his condos to add exposure. 

But what’s the real strategy behind Cardone? It has a hybrid system that buys real estate and reinvests a portion of the cash flows (rental income) in BTC for a long-term inflation hedge against the USD. 

The firm plans to allocate about 15%-50% of its investment capital to BTC and may sell or borrow against the position to repay investors or fund operations. Sounds familiar? That’s a copy of Michael Saylor’s Strategy playbook. 

BTC treasury firms’ headache
With Michael Saylor’s Strategy sitting on billions of dollars of profits via its BTC plan, it’s hard to avoid the temptations of replicating the same in any industry. But the sector is facing short-term headwinds. 

Most of the mNAVs (market-to-net-asset-value) traded at a discount, capping the BTC strategy. They can’t raise capital to fund new crypto bids.

To boost the mNAV and market standings, they were forced to sell crypto holdings to fund share buybacks. 

Amid the mNAV discount crisis, this key demand line for BTC has slumped in Q4. In fact, the overall institutional demand, including ETFs, declined below miner supply for the first time since March. 

Can Cardone’s BTC play pay off?
Reacting to the update, Charles Edwards, Founder of Capriole Investments, said, 

“Won’t lie, this was the main metric keeping me bullish the last months while every other asset outperformed Bitcoin.”

Source: Capriole Investments

It remains to be seen whether new BTC treasury bets will yield the same windfall seen by Saylor’s Strategy amid the headwinds. 

Meanwhile, BTC slipped below $ 110,000 again as institutional appetite waned. Some analysts projected an extended consolidation before another leg higher. 

In brief
U.S. Bitcoin ETFs had $946 million in outflows last week, with iShares Bitcoin Trust losing $400 million.
Solana ETFs attracted $421 million in new investments, driven by recently launched U.S.-based funds.
Total digital asset fund outflows reached $360 million as investors reacted to U.S. central bank Chair Jerome Powell's cautious stance on December rate cuts.
U.S. Bitcoin exchange-traded funds bore the brunt of institutional outflows last week, accounting for $946 million worth of withdrawals, according to a new report from digital asset manager CoinShares.

iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) shed approximately $400 million last week, the most among the 11 spot BTC funds currently trading. But total net outflows for all funds tracking digital assets were a less dramatic $360 million.

“Digital asset investment products saw outflows totalling $360 million last week despite the recent U.S. interest rate cut, as investors interpreted Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s comments on the likelihood of another cut in December as ‘not a foregone conclusion,’” CoinShares Director of Research James Butterfill said in the report. “This hawkish tone, combined with a notable absence of key U.S. economic data releases, appears to have left investors in a state of limbo.”

The BTC fund losses were offset by ETF gains in other regions. Funds from issuers in Germany and Switzerland had net inflows of more than $30 million last week. Canada and Australia issuers generated $8.5 million and $7.2 million worth of inflows.

The overall crypto fund category was buoyed by higher than usual inflows into Solana exchange-traded products. Investors poured $421 million into SOL-based ETFs last week, driven by hype for the new U.S.-based funds that started trading in late October.

Last week’s debuts included the Bitwise Solana ETF, which trades on the Nasdaq under the BSOL ticker. The fund has already reached $105 million worth of assets under management after launching a week ago. A competitor, the Rex-Osprey Solana Staking ETF, which also trades on the Nasdaq under the SSK ticker, took 12 trading days to reach $100 million worth of AUM.

The scarcity of U.S. economic data is due to the ongoing U.S. government shutdown, which has lasted more than 33 days. By Wednesday this week, the shutdown will be the longest in U.S. history. Users on Myriad, a prediction market owned by Decrypt parent company Dastan, think there’s a 97% chance lawmakers won’t end the shutdown in the next two days.

Crypto markets tumbled Monday morning, forcing the liquidation of more than $1 billion worth of crypto contracts. Bitcoin and Ethereum were nearly tied, accounting for $312 million and $303 million worth of closed contracts, respectively.

At the time of writing, Bitcoin was trading for $107,463 after having dropped 2.5% in the past day. And Ethereum was trading for $3,657.77, about 5.1% lower than it was this time Sunday, according to crypto price aggregator CoinGecko.

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Volume jumped 628% as SUI sliced through key support, then bounced — without buyer conviction. Nov 3, 2025, 7:08 p.m.

SUI, the native token of the Sui network, plunged 9% to $2.10 over the past 24 hours, sharply underperforming the broader crypto market during a sector-wide selloff.

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The token's 4.89% lag behind the crypto market suggests the move wasn’t just about market weakness but that it was SUI-specific.

The selloff carried the hallmarks of institutional liquidation. Prices dropped from $2.32 to test critical support, with trading volume surging 53% above the 7-day average. The spike in activity points to large-block repositioning, not a retail-driven panic.

At the core of the move was a decisive breakdown at $2.16. SUI dropped through that level on volume of 99.13 million tokens — 628% above its 24-hour average — confirming strong bearish pressure. That breakdown was followed by a sharp rebound from $2.04, forming a V-shaped bounce as institutions appeared to scoop up the token at lower levels.

Still, the recovery lost steam near $2.13, a psychological resistance zone. Volume declined into the close, suggesting buyers lacked conviction to push SUI meaningfully higher in the short term.

Elsewhere, the CoinDesk 5 Index (CD5) saw a 3.35% drop to $1,860.70, including a flash crash to $1,826.66 before bouncing back. The move also showed signs of institutional selling, overwhelming technical support in a high-volatility session.

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The oracle network's token hit its weakest price since the October 10 crash, breaking key support levels after multiple failed breakout last week.

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BTC sank under $106,000, causing another wave of long liquidations. Altcoins fell at a faster rate, with SOL crashing to the $166 range.

It was a very disappointing week for bitcoin price action last week. Monday saw a nice move up into resistance, but that momentum quickly faded as bitcoin retraced the bullish move to end up right back down at the lows by Thursday. The market was a mixed bag as the Federal Reserve’s 25 basis point cut was expected, but Chairman Powell put a damper on expectations going forward, stating that there were no plans to continue with another interest rate cut in December’s FOMC meeting, which the market had been expecting. Bitcoin closed the week out at $110,591, which wasn’t entirely bearish, but was not confidence-inspiring for the bulls either.

Key Support and Resistance Levels Now

The $106,900 support level held again last week at the 0.146 Fibonacci Retracement, providing a nice bounce for the bulls on Thursday into the weekly close on Sunday. Bulls do not want this level to be tested again going forward, as it would be more likely to fail on the next test. Losing this level is very likely to lead to losing $100,000 and a test of long-term support at $96,000. We do have potential support at $104,000 before there, but this level has been tested twice already, so it would be a big ask for this level to hold as support once again.

The bearish price action last week has only created additional resistance levels for the bulls to overcome here. Price closed last week below the 21-EMA, which sits right around $111,000 entering this week. The volume profile is also showing us a point of control (POC) at $111,000 as well. If price manages to climb above $111,000, we will look to $114,600 as the next resistance level. Closing above $114,600 opens up $122,000 as the final hurdle to overcome for the bulls to take back control of the action.

Outlook For This Week

Bitcoin is likely to break support to the downside this week unless buyers can step up in a big way, with strong buying volume. Look for $106,900 support to be lost if the price starts closing below $108,000. $104,000 should provide a bounce below there, but the $96,000 support is likely to be tested if $104,000 doesn’t hold for long. Bulls will likely need some sort of macro catalyst this week to save themselves from lower prices, as the daily chart is looking very bearish heading into this week. As of Monday morning, it appears bitcoin is losing the $106,900 level and will test $104,000 or lower.

Market mood: Bearish – The bulls’ hopes were beaten back this week when the price failed to hold above the $115,500 resistance level. The onus is still on the bulls to take out some upper resistance levels to try to swing bias back in their favor.

The next few weeks
Bitcoin is likely to take a backseat to the Nasdaq price action going forward. It will be very difficult to sustain any kind of upward movement if the Nasdaq continues to correct lower over the coming weeks. So, bitcoin bulls will be hoping for the Nasdaq to resume its uptrend to help them out. Bulls will also be looking out for the Consumer Price Index, due to be released on November 13, for an improvement from last month’s lukewarm inflation numbers. Cooler inflation data should tilt the odds in favor of another interest rate cut in the Federal Reserve’s December meeting. Unless the bulls get a lot of help here, the bears should remain in control for the foreseeable future.

Terminology Guide:

Bulls/Bullish: Buyers or investors expecting the price to go higher.

Bears/Bearish: Sellers or investors expecting the price to go lower.

Support or support level: A level at which the price should hold for the asset, at least initially. The more touches on support, the weaker it gets and the more likely it is to fail to hold the price.

Resistance or resistance level: Opposite of support.  The level that is likely to reject the price, at least initially. The more touches at resistance, the weaker it gets and the more likely it is to fail to hold back the price.

EMA: Exponential Moving Average. A moving average that applies more weight to recent prices than earlier prices, reducing the lag of the moving average.

Fibonacci Retracements and Extensions: Ratios based on what is known as the golden ratio, a universal ratio pertaining to growth and decay cycles in nature. The golden ratio is based on the constants Phi (1.618) and phi (0.618).

Volume Profile: An indicator that displays the total volume of buys and sells at specific price levels. The point of control (or POC) is a horizontal line on this indicator that shows us the price level at which the highest volume of transactions occurred.

Altcoin season has cooled down again, with the Altcoin Season Index slipping to 25 after briefly testing higher levels last week, and it suggests risk appetite is fading outside a narrow group of liquid names, even though some coins still manage to attract activity through clear narratives and active books.

Chainlink Drops 10% Amid Crypto Selloff; New Rewards Program UnveiledThe oracle network's token hit its weakest price since the October 10 crash, breaking key support levels after multiple failed breakout last week. Nov 3, 2025, 5:51 p.m.

Chainlink's LINK token fell 10% on Monday, plunging to its weakest price since the October 10 flash crash breaking down key support levels.

Trading activity spiked 674% above the 24-hour average at the height of the breakdown, with over 12 million LINK changing hands as the token dropped from $16.21 to $15.02 in under 30 minutes, CoinDesk Research's technical model said.

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The token underperformed the CoinDesk 5 index by more than 5.8%, signaling technical weakness amid heavy volume.

The CoinDesk Research model pointed to a failed breakout earlier in the week and lack of fresh catalysts as reasons for the move. LINK now faces critical support around $15.25, with technical downside risk toward $14.50 if buyers fail to stabilize the current range.

Chainlink newsThe selloff came as Chainlink unveiled "Rewards Season 1," a new incentive program launching on November 11. The initiative will allow eligible LINK stakers to earn token rewards from nine participating Chainlink BUILD projects, including Dolomite, Space and Time, Truflation-linked Truf Network and others, the Monday blog post said.

Participants can earn Cubes — non-transferable reward points — based on prior staking activity, which they can allocate to projects of their choice before rewards begin unlocking in mid-December.

Key technical levels LINK traders should watchSupport/Resistance: Immediate support at $15.25–15.30; resistance sits at $17.66Volume Analysis: Volume peaked at 12.4 million tokens, up 674% from the daily average.Chart Patterns: Breakdown confirmed with lower highs following failed breakout.Targets & Risk/Reward: If $16 fails to hold, downside extends to $14.50; recovery faces strong resistance at $20.Disclaimer: Parts of this article were generated with the assistance from AI tools and reviewed by our editorial team to ensure accuracy and adherence to our standards. For more information, see CoinDesk's full AI Policy.

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XLM steadies after a sharp 5.5% sell-off, with traders watching the $0.277 level as the critical line between recovery and renewed downside pressure.

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The global crypto market has dropped sharply to $3.5 trillion from $4.28 trillion, marking a 19% fall in just a few days. Despite the steep correction, analysts say November could bring a potential turnaround. Historically, Bitcoin performs well this month, showing an average return of over 40%.

Right now, the market is reacting to increased whale activity. Billions of dollars in Bitcoin are being moved from cold wallets to exchanges, a move often seen before large sell-offs. This sudden shift in supply has fueled fear across the market, while low trading activity in Asian sessions has amplified the volatility.

Federal Reserve Adds Pressure on CryptoThe Federal Reserve’s latest comments have also added to the sell-off. While it announced its second rate cut and plans to end quantitative tightening in December, Chair Jerome Powell warned that inflation remains a concern. His statement pushed the U.S. dollar index back to 100 points, putting fresh pressure on risk assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Bitcoin Could See Another Dip Before ReboundBitcoin is currently testing key support near $106,600. If this level breaks, the next target could be between $98,000 and $100,000. This range could become a strong buying zone with the potential for a rebound if the market stabilizes.

The Bitcoin dominance chart shows capital moving out of altcoins and into Bitcoin. While short-term weakness remains, technical indicators like RSI and Bollinger Bands hint that a larger move could follow this compression phase.

Ethereum Faces Deeper CorrectionEthereum has fallen faster than Bitcoin during this correction. The price could still see another 20% to 25% decline, possibly reaching the $2,750 region. A total 44% correction from its recent high would still keep Ethereum within a long-term bullish trend, analysts say.

The current setup might test investors’ patience, but it also opens the door for better entry points once selling pressure eases.

Altcoins Showing Strength: BNB and SolanaWhile most altcoins are under pressure, some are holding stronger than others. Binance Coin (BNB) has shown consistent resilience through market volatility. Even a pullback to its golden pocket at around $850 would mark only a mild 12% drop.

Solana (SOL) has already completed much of its downward move, trading near its support range between $150 and $165. 

If global liquidity stabilizes and the dollar cools off, analysts expect capital to flow back into Bitcoin first and later into selective altcoins. 

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Trump’s “America first in crypto” pledge reignites investor optimism for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana predictions for November 2025.
In a headline-grabbing moment, U.S. President Donald Trump declared that America must “be number one in crypto,” signaling a potential policy shift that has injected fresh optimism into digital-asset markets. The remark, which comes amid intensifying competition with China’s digital-currency expansion, has sparked renewed interest across top crypto assets including Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana, even as they extended their weekly declines.

BREAKING: 🇺🇸 President Trump says, “I only care about one thing: will we be number one in crypto”

“China is getting into it very big” pic.twitter.com/LuMHAQLlnf

— Bitcoin Magazine (@BitcoinMagazine) November 3, 2025

Traders are now refocusing on top crypto predictions for November 2025, weighing whether Trump’s stance could translate into a more favorable U.S. regulatory landscape. The timing is key: after last week’s post-Fed volatility, early Monday trades hint that sentiment across major tokens may finally be stabilizing as U.S. markets prepare to open.

Bitcoin Price Today: Holding Near $108,000 as Bulls Defend Key Support
Bitcoin is hovering around $108,000, down roughly 2 percent over the past five days. The broader sell-off reflected cautious positioning ahead of macro data and the Federal Reserve’s recent policy outcome. However, the President’s pro-crypto remarks have provided a timely psychological lift to a market that was showing early signs of exhaustion.

BTC’s resilience around the $106,000–$108,000 band suggests traders are treating this as a potential accumulation zone. Institutional flows remain light, but open interest in futures markets has inched higher, a sign that dip buyers are quietly returning.

From a broader perspective, I believe Trump’s statement could mark the start of a new era of political endorsement for the crypto sector, echoing the kind of sentiment that preceded major rallies in past cycles.

Bitcoin Technical Analysis
Bitcoin is just below one of its major resistance levels $110,000, with the buyers still holding the $106,000 level that has acted as a strong floor in recent sessions.

Resistance levels: $110,000 – $111,500
Support levels: $106,000 – $103,500
RSI: 46 – neutral to slightly bullish
ADX: 34 – indicating a moderate trend build-up

Bitcoin Price on the daily chart 3rd Nov 2025 Source: TradingView
A breakout above $111 K could confirm renewed bullish control, opening the door to $115 K in the near term. Conversely, a slip below $106 K would shift focus to $100 K.

Ethereum Price Today: Traders Eye $4,000 as Support Holds Firm
Ethereum (ETH) is trading around $3,750, showing early signs of stabilization after a 5 percent weekly drop. The market’s attention is fixed on whether ETH can reclaim the $4,000 level, a psychological and technical barrier that has consistently capped short-term rallies.

Crypto analyst Ted Pillows highlighted that ETH is now at its crucial support zone; if this level holds, Ethereum could rally towards $4,000 this week. The comment reflects the broader sentiment that Ethereum’s structure remains healthy despite volatility. Staking activity and layer-2 development continue to support long-term fundamentals.

$ETH is now at its crucial support zone.

If this level holds, Ethereum could rally towards $4,000 this week.

If ETH fails to hold this, expect a dump below the $3,500 zone. pic.twitter.com/Y0W5KC20EV

— Ted (@TedPillows) November 3, 2025

Ethereum Technical Analysis

Resistance levels: $4,000 – $4,245
Support levels: $3,750 – $3,500
RSI: 44- bearish-leaning but recovering
ADX: 37- buyers regaining control

ETH/USD Price on the daily chart 3rd Nov 2025 Source: TradingView
A sustained close above $4,000 would signal a potential breakout, while failure to defend $3,750 could push ETH toward $3,500.

Solana Price Today: Sharp Drop Tests $175 Zone
Solana (SOL) has experienced one of the biggest losses among the largest tokens and has fallen by almost 10 percent in the past five days to trade at approximately $176.
The correction comes after the one month long rally that propelled the token to the level of $200 and many traders are hoping to pocket profits before the next upsurge.

Despite the pullback, analysts maintain a constructive view on Solana’s fundamentals, citing high network activity and developer retention. For short-term traders, however, the focus is squarely on whether the $170–$175 area can hold as a floor.

Solana Technical Analysis

Resistance levels: $185 – $190
Support levels: $170 – $165
RSI: 38 – oversold territory
ADX: 33 – showing trend weakening but potential for rebound

Solana price on the daily chart, 3rd Nov 2025 Source: TradingView
If Solana holds the $170 zone, a relief bounce toward $185 appears likely; a breakdown, however, could expose $160

Crypto Market Outlook: How Politics and Policy Are Shaping Price Action
Trump’s sudden focus on crypto leadership adds a new dimension to market psychology, with traders viewing it as an early sign of institutional and policy-level interest returning to digital assets. At the same time, analysts warn that volatility could persist until clearer fiscal or regulatory proposals emerge.

For now, top crypto predictions lean cautiously optimistic. Bitcoin’s structural support, Ethereum’s strong on-chain activity, and Solana’s oversold setup collectively suggest that the worst of last week’s correction may be behind us. The next few sessions will reveal whether this newfound political momentum can turn sentiment into sustained recovery.

Will Trump’s crypto comments make a difference for Bitcoin and Ethereum price?

Traders see it as a cue that U.S. regulation could soon favor crypto innovation.

How might Trump’s “America first in crypto” message affect U.S. regulation of cryptocurrencies?

It could push policymakers to adopt clearer, pro-growth frameworks that attract global investment. The tone marks a shift from restriction toward competitiveness.

Does Trump’s crypto support signal a turning point for institutional flows into top digital assets?

Likely yes, as more funds may revisit crypto exposure if U.S. leadership becomes policy-backed. Confidence from the top often sets the tone for Wall Street appetite.

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Key Takeaways
What does the sharp drop in Chainlink’s exchange reserves indicate?
It signals strong accumulation and long-term holding behavior, reducing liquid supply and boosting bullish potential.

How are traders responding to LINK’s tightening supply structure?
Futures data shows taker buy dominance, revealing growing optimism and positioning for an upside breakout.

Since January, Chainlink’s [LINK] exchange reserves have plunged from over 180 million LINK to roughly 146 million, marking a 34 million reduction that reveals aggressive accumulation among investors. 

More than 15 million LINK have been withdrawn in the last 30 days alone, shrinking the share of supply held on exchanges to around 15% of total tokens. 

This consistent downtrend indicates a shift toward long-term holding, staking, and decentralized integrations rather than short-term speculation. 

Historically, such sharp outflows reduce available liquidity and often create a bullish structural setup, as fewer tokens remain on exchanges to sell during corrections. 

Consequently, LINK’s supply squeeze strengthens the case for an eventual upside move once market sentiment stabilizes.

Will buyers defend the $15.61 level?
At the time of writing, LINK traded at around $16.17, reflecting an 8% daily decline.

Despite the pullback, its broader trend structure remained technically controlled, forming a descending channel that guides current price action. 

Buyers have consistently defended the $15.61 support, keeping LINK from sliding toward the next major floor at $12.86. 

The Parabolic SAR indicator rested near $18.04, suggesting that a decisive push above it could spark renewed bullish momentum. Resistance levels at $19.14 and $23.79 will be key confirmation zones for a breakout. 

However, as long as buyers sustain accumulation near the lower boundary, the token’s consolidation may transform into a potential reversal base for mid-term recovery.

Source: TradingView

Long-term accumulation
On-chain metrics revealed that LINK recorded a $5.41 million net outflow on the 3rd of November, extending the consistent accumulation trend observed since mid-year. 

Exchange reserves have dropped from 18% to 15% of total supply, showcasing the growing confidence among holders shifting their assets to staking contracts and cold wallets. 

These persistent outflows often coincide with reduced sell pressure and can form a bullish liquidity imbalance that supports price strength. 

Historically, such structural supply reductions have preceded major rebounds as circulating supply tightens while demand gradually builds. 

This pattern mirrors accumulation phases from previous LINK cycles, where large holders capitalized on dips to reinforce long-term positions.

Growing optimism among traders
The Futures Taker CVD (90-day) indicator confirmed clear taker buy dominance, signaling that market participants were favoring long exposure in derivatives markets. 

This behavior revealed rising trader confidence, aligning strongly with on-chain accumulation patterns. 

As buyers outnumber sellers in Futures activity, it reflects conviction that LINK’s current weakness could precede a trend reversal. 

Moreover, the synergy between spot accumulation and bullish derivatives data strengthens the broader positive outlook. 

However, volatility remains likely in the near term, as any drop in buying momentum could briefly test market resilience before further gains emerge. 

Still, the balance of evidence suggests traders are preparing for an upside phase.

Is a Chainlink supply squeeze underway?
With buyers defending $15.61 and momentum gradually shifting, a break above $18.04 could confirm a reversal targeting $19.14 and $23.79. 

Although short-term volatility remains possible, LINK’s structure reflects accumulation strength beneath surface-level weakness. 

Altogether, the data suggests a rebound may be brewing, powered by growing investor conviction and a shrinking exchange supply base.

Bitcoin bled nearly a billion dollars alone last week, single-handedly driving a sector-wide flight of $360 million as Jerome Powell’s “not a foregone conclusion” remark cooled December rate-cut hopes.

Summary

Bitcoin investment funds saw $946 million in outflows last week, driving a total $360 million crypto retreat after Powell’s rate-cut caution.
U.S.-listed Bitcoin ETFs led withdrawals, while Solana attracted $421 million in inflows, signaling investor rotation.
Ethereum, XRP, Sui, and Litecoin posted smaller gains as Germany and Switzerland bucked the trend with regional inflows.

According to a Nov. 3 report by CoinShares Head of Research James Butterfill, digital asset investment products logged $360 million in outflows last week, their largest in over two months.

The U.S. accounted for the bulk of the pullback, with $439 million leaving locally listed funds following Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s remarks that another rate cut this year was “not a foregone conclusion.” Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded products bore the sharpest hit, shedding $946 million as investors reduced exposure to the asset most sensitive to monetary policy shifts.

“We believe that, despite the recent interest rate cut, the hawkish interpretation of Jerome Powell’s remarks weighed heavily on Bitcoin prices, as it remains the digital asset most sensitive to monetary policy developments,” Butterfill said.

Solana shines as Bitcoin stumbles
The outflows from U.S.-listed Bitcoin ETFs were widespread, indicating a broad-based retreat rather than an issue with a single fund. Data reveals the iShares Bitcoin Trust saw outflows of $390 million, while Fidelity’s Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund witnessed a $156 million withdrawal.

Bitcoin’s market performance mirrored that sentiment. The asset traded around $107,727 at press time after dropping more than 3% in 24 hours. BTC is now down roughly 12% over the past month and 15% below its all-time high of $126,198 set on Oct. 6.

While Bitcoin buckled under macroeconomic pressure, other digital assets told a different story. Solana (SOL) emerged as the undeniable standout, with its new U.S. ETFs pulling in a monumental $421 million.

Ethereum (ETH) also managed to attract a modest $57.6 million, though its daily flows revealed hesitant investor sentiment. Beyond the major players, assets like XRP, Sui (SUI), and Litecoin (LTC) saw combined inflows of nearly $54 million, suggesting that capital is actively seeking opportunities beyond the market leader.

Regional data added another layer to the divide. Germany and Switzerland posted inflows of $32 million and $30.8 million, respectively, with Canada and Australia also seeing modest gains.

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In brief
Nasdaq warned TON Strategy for violating shareholder approval rules after the company raised over $500 million through a private stock sale to buy Toncoin.
The exchange said TON Strategy, formerly Verb Technology, did not intentionally evade compliance, and issued only a warning instead of delisting its stock.
The firm’s stock briefly surged after its crypto pivot but has since plunged over 80%, reflecting the volatility of Wall Street’s rush into digital assets.
Nasdaq has issued a warning to TON Strategy, one of a slew of new crypto treasury companies trading on the stock exchange, for violating its shareholder approval rules.

TON Strategy, a publicly traded marketing firm that recently changed its name and began purchasing hundreds of millions of dollars worth of the cryptocurrency Toncoin, failed to get shareholder approval for the massive crypto purchase, or for the private sale of stock shares that enabled the buy, Nasdaq warned the company late last week.

Like many public companies that have gone all-in this year on acquiring massive crypto treasuries, TON Strategy (formerly Verb Technology) quickly raised funds for a huge digital asset stockpile via a private investment in public equity, or PIPE. PIPEs allow companies to sell their shares privately to institutional or accredited investors for speedy fundraises.

In August, TON Strategy sold some $558 million worth of its shares via a PIPE, in order to purchase an equivalent amount of Toncoin, a cryptocurrency associated with messaging app Telegram. 

But the company failed to receive required shareholder approval for either the PIPE financing or a subsequent purchase of $273 million worth of Toncoin with funds derived from the deal, the Nasdaq said. 

Stock exchange officials determined, however, that TON Strategy did not deliberately intend to avoid compliance, and therefore opted only to issue the company a warning, as opposed to delisting the company’s stock. 

Nasdaq officials noted its finding that the company believed at the time it was properly navigating the PIPE financing deal based on advice from “outside advisors.”

TON Strategy did not immediately respond to Decrypt’s request for comment on this story.

The incident highlights the blurred lines and rapid shifts in norms that have accompanied Wall Street’s frenzied embrace of crypto this year. All manner of publicly listed companies have shifted their stated missions to buy up billions of dollars worth of crypto this year, in bids to quickly boost stock prices on digital asset-related hype.

While such moves can increase a company’s stock price, such surges tend to be remarkably short-lived. Prior to changing its name to TON Strategy and going all-in on crypto accumulation, for instance, Verb Technology was trading at around $9 in July. After purchasing hundreds of millions of dollars worth of Toncoin in mid-August, the company then saw its stock soar past $22.

That hype quickly faded, though—in part thanks to the last-in, first-out structure of PIPE financing deals. TON Strategy’s stock is currently trading at $4.08, a dip of nearly 82%.

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ARB price surges 11.56% with a $253M trading volume.
Layer 2 token’s market cap holds strong at $1.47 billion.
Rising DeFi and dApp activity fuel ecosystem growth.

As of November 3, 2025, the live price of Arbitrum (ARB) stands at $0.2669 USD, reflecting an 11.56% increase over the past 24 hours, according to CoinMarketCap. The 24-hour trading volume reached $253.1 million USD, indicating a significant surge in market activity and investor participation. Arbitrum’s current market capitalization is $1.47 billion, positioning it among the top 60 cryptocurrencies globally by market value. The fully diluted valuation (FDV) stands at approximately $2.66 billion, with a circulating supply of 5.5 billion ARB tokens out of a total of 10 billion.

$ARB CRASH ALERT: Billionaires Are Made Here, Not at ATH!

Billionaires aren’t made buying at all-time highs… they’re made buying when everyone else is panicking.#ARBITRUM is down -88% from its ATH: prime accumulation zone: $0.3 – $0.2
Targets: $1 / $2 / $5

Real bull market… pic.twitter.com/AwYmzQh0Vz

— Crypto Patel (@CryptoPatel) November 3, 2025

Arbitrum remains one of the leading Layer 2 solutions within the Ethereum ecosystem, offering high throughput, reduced gas fees, and seamless scalability for decentralized applications (dApps). The network continues to attract strong developer interest, serving as a backbone for various DeFi protocols, NFT marketplaces, and gaming projects. Its modular blockchain structure enhances transaction speed while maintaining compatibility with Ethereum’s security model, which continues to drive adoption across major decentralized networks.

October was a great month for Arbitrum.

They did $1,3B in net flows last month, ranking 1st among all chains.

Tbh, I'm really impressed by the work-ethic from the @arbitrum team lately.

Lots of new gems are being built on ARB, especially perp DEXs.

Grats to the team. 👏 pic.twitter.com/erkPcwwXRV

— Lennaert Snyder (@LennaertSnyder) November 1, 2025

Arbitrum’s Market Performance: A Q4 2025 Price Analysis
In the current market context, ARB’s recovery momentum appears to be supported by renewed interest in Layer 2 ecosystems and broader optimism surrounding Ethereum scalability solutions. The price uptick also aligns with the growing demand for efficient rollup technologies that minimize transaction costs and improve user experience within Web3 environments. The token’s 24-hour volume surge of over 83% highlights strong investor sentiment and active trading interest, which may indicate short-term bullish behavior.

From a technical and on-chain perspective, Arbitrum’s ecosystem activity remains healthy, supported by consistent smart contract deployments and user interaction across decentralized finance applications. The combination of high transaction efficiency and developer adoption positions ARB as a long-term contender in the scaling sector, competing directly with other Layer 2 solutions like Optimism and zkSync. However, price volatility remains a key factor to monitor, especially given the ongoing fluctuations in the broader crypto market and periodic token unlocks that may influence liquidity and supply pressure.

Arbitrum (ARB) is trading at $0.2669 with strong short-term momentum and growing ecosystem adoption. The project’s continued integration with Ethereum’s infrastructure and sustained developer activity provide a solid foundation for future growth. Investors are closely monitoring upcoming protocol updates and token unlock schedules as potential catalysts for further market movement in Q4 2025.

Key points:

Bitcoin will complete a double-top reversal pattern on a close below the $107,000 support.

Several altcoins have broken below their immediate support levels, clearing the path for further downside.

After October’s dismal performance, Bitcoin (BTC) has failed to change course. BTC has started the new month with a drop to the crucial support at $107,000, signaling that the bears are attempting to seize control.

The demand from institutional investors has slowed down, as indicated by the $799 million in net outflows from BTC exchange-traded funds last week, according to Farside Investors’ data.

Capriole Investments founder Charles Edwards said in a post on X that institutional buying had dipped below the daily mined supply for the first time in seven months, which was not a good sign. 

Crypto market data daily view. Source: Coin360A minor ray of hope for the bulls is that BTC has recorded an average gain of 42.34% in November, according to CoinGlass data. However, traders should not rely solely on this historical figure, as BTC has closed November in the red on four occasions since 2018. That suggests the markets could swing either way.

Could BTC extend its decline, pulling altcoins lower? Let’s analyze the charts of the top 10 cryptocurrencies to find out. 

S&P 500 Index price predictionThe S&P 500 Index (SPX) remains in an uptrend; however, the negative divergence on the relative strength index (RSI) suggests that the bullish momentum may be weakening.

SPX daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewSellers will have to pull the price below the 50-day simple moving average (6,647) to signal strength. If they manage to do that, the index could start a deeper correction to 6,550 and then to 6,400.

Buyers are likely to have other plans. They will try to defend the 20-day exponential moving average (6,764) and push the index above 6,920. If that happens, the index could rally to the 7,000 level.

US Dollar Index price predictionThe US Dollar Index (DXY) bounced off the 20-day EMA (98.92) on Wednesday, signaling a positive sentiment.

DXY daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewThe index could rally to 100.50, where the bears are expected to mount a strong defense. If buyers do not allow the price to dip below the 20-day EMA, it increases the likelihood of a rally to the stiff overhead resistance at 102.

The first sign of weakness will be a break and close below the 20-day EMA. That suggests the bears are active at higher levels. The index could then descend to the 50-day SMA (98.24).

Bitcoin price predictionBTC turned down sharply from the 20-day EMA ($110,837) on Monday and subsequently plunged below the $107,000 support level.

BTC/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewA close below the $107,000 level will complete a double-top pattern, signaling the start of a corrective phase. The BTC/USDT pair could then decline to the psychologically significant level at $100,000. Buyers are expected to defend the $100,000 level with all their might, as a break below it may signal the start of a new downtrend.

The bulls will have to push the price above the moving averages to indicate that the bears are losing their grip. The upside momentum could pick up steam after buyers thrust the Bitcoin price above $118,000.

Ether price predictionEther (ETH) turned down from the 20-day EMA ($3,937) and broke below the support line of the descending channel pattern on Monday.

ETH/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewThe downsloping moving averages and the RSI below 37 suggest that the bears are at an advantage. If the price closes below the support line, the ETH/USDT pair could slump to the $3,435 to $3,350 support zone.

This negative view will be invalidated in the near term if the Ether price turns up sharply from the current level and breaks above the moving averages. That suggests the markets have rejected the break below the channel. The pair could then climb to the resistance line of the channel.

XRP price predictionBuyers tried to push XRP (XRP) above the 20-day EMA ($2.52), but the sellers held their ground. 

XRP/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewThe bears will attempt to pull the XRP/USDT pair to $2.20, which is a crucial near-term level to watch out for. If the $2.20 support breaks down, the XRP price could dip to $2 and then to $1.80.

Any recovery attempt is expected to face selling at the 20-day EMA and then at the 50-day SMA ($2.69). The bulls will have to thrust the price above the downtrend line to indicate a potential trend change.

BNB price predictionBNB (BNB) closed below the 50-day SMA ($1,092) on Sunday, and the selling intensified on Monday.

BNB/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewThe moving averages are about to complete a bearish crossover, and the RSI is in the negative territory, signaling that bears are in command. The $1,021 support has cracked, clearing the path for a dive to $932 and eventually to the Oct. 10 intraday low of $860. Such a move suggests that the BNB/USDT pair may have topped out in the near term.

Time is running out for the bulls. They will have to quickly push the BNB price back above the 20-day EMA to signal strength.

Solana price predictionSolana (SOL) turned down and broke below the uptrend line of the symmetrical triangle pattern on Monday, indicating that the uncertainty had resolved in favor of the bears.

SOL/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewThe SOL/USDT pair could tumble to the strong support at $155. Any rebound off the $155 level is likely to face selling at the 20-day EMA ($190). If that happens, the Solana price risks a drop to $137.

Conversely, if the price rises from the current level or $155, it suggests demand at lower levels. The bulls will then try to push the price above the 20-day EMA. If they succeed, the pair could rise to the resistance line.

Dogecoin price predictionDogecoin (DOGE) remains stuck inside a large range between $0.14 and $0.29 for the past several days.

DOGE/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewThe DOGE/USDT pair is likely to decline to the solid support at $0.14, which is expected to attract buyers. If the price rebounds off the $0.14 support and rises above the moving averages, it suggests that the range-bound action may continue for some more time.

Sellers are likely to have other plans. They will attempt to sink the Dogecoin price below the $0.14 support and resume the downtrend. If they can pull it off, the pair could tumble to $0.10.

Cardano price predictionBuyers tried to maintain Cardano (ADA) above the $0.59 level, but the bears renewed their selling on Monday.

ADA/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewThe bears will attempt to sink the ADA/USDT pair to the crucial support at $0.50. Buyers are expected to fiercely defend the $0.50 level, as a break below it would open the door for a fall to $0.40.

The bulls will have to drive the Cardano price above the 20-day EMA ($0.64) to gain strength. The pair could then rally to the breakdown level of $0.75, where the bears are expected to step in.

Hyperliquid price predictionHyperliquid (HYPE) slipped below the 20-day EMA ($42.73) on Sunday, indicating that the bears continue to exert pressure.

HYPE/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewThe HYPE/USDT pair has dropped to the neckline and could extend the decline to the solid support at $35.50. Buyers are expected to aggressively protect the $35.50 level, as a break below it could accelerate selling. The Hyperliquid price could then collapse to $30.50 and later to $28.

Instead, if the price turns up sharply from the $35.50 level and breaks above the 20-day EMA, it signals demand at lower levels. The pair could then swing between $35.50 and $52 for a few days.

This article does not contain investment advice or recommendations. Every investment and trading move involves risk, and readers should conduct their own research when making a decision.

Two whales with impressive track records were also wrecked.

Bitcoin’s nosedive that started earlier this morning continued in the past hour or so as the asset plunged to a two-week low of just over $105,000.

The altcoins were obliterated once again, with BNB slumping below $1,000, ETH dropping by over 6%, and SOL plunging by over 8% daily.

BTCUSD. Source: TradingView
CryptoPotato reported the first wave of BTC declines that transpired earlier today when the cryptocurrency was rejected at $111,000 and slumped by roughly four grand to $107,000. It managed to stabilize there at first and even tapped $108,000 before the bears initiated another leg down an hour ago, pushing the asset south to $105,300 (on Bitstamp).

This multi-week low harmed over-leveraged traders, as the total longs liquidated for BTC alone are worth over $300 million on a daily scale.

Even whales with impeccable records up to this point were wrecked. Lookonchain reported that Machi Big Brother has been fully liquidated, marking a total loss of over $15 million. Another trader – 0xc2a3 – that had a 100% win streak until today has “surrendered,” closing BTC, ETH, and SOL longs at a loss. Their total P&L went from over $33 million to -$17.6 million.

The 100% win streak is over — trader 0xc2a3 has surrendered.

He closed all his $BTC longs and part of his $ETH and $SOL longs at a loss.

His total P&L has flipped from +$33M to –$17.6M.https://t.co/2I4Jrb3MUA pic.twitter.com/3bSIXFG9JV

— Lookonchain (@lookonchain) November 3, 2025

Most altcoins have suffered even more in the past 24 hours, led by double-digit declines by ASTER (-20%), WLFI (-12%), APT (-12%), PEPE (-11.3%), WLD (-11%), ARB (-11%), and several others.

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Even the larger caps were not spared. Ethereum slipped below $3,600 earlier today, BNB trades below $1,000 as of press time, XRP has lost the $2.40 support, while SOL has dumped below $170 after an 8% drop.

The total value of wrecked positions has skyrocketed to more than $1.1 billion, according to CoinGlass data. In total, more than 300,000 traders have been liquidated, with the single-largest position taking place on HTX, which was worth almost $34 million.

Liquidation Data on CoinGlass

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Ethereum’s Ecosystem Support Program (ESP) has launched a new grants program to align projects with its strategic priorities.
The program introduces two application pathways: Wishlist, which identifies key areas and allows open proposals, and Requests for Proposals (RFPs), which address specific problems with measurable outcomes and defined timelines.
The first Wishlist items and RFPs cover essential domains such as cryptography, privacy, security, application layers, and community growth.

Ethereum’s Ecosystem Support Program (ESP) unveiled its new grants program, designed to adapt to the ecosystem’s growth and increasing complexity. The goal is to provide a more strategic, sustainable model with measurable impact, enabling projects to align with network priorities and deliver long-term solutions.

This change responds to the ecosystem’s expansion in depth, diversity, and maturity over recent years. The previous open program supported hundreds of initiatives that contributed key building blocks to the network. However, the high volume of applications and a lean team limited the ability to focus on strategic opportunities. The new structure shifts from a reactive to a proactive approach, coordinating closely with other Ethereum Foundation teams to maximize the impact of funding.

A Program for Every Need
The program remains open to all, but now operates through two application channels: Wishlist and Requests for Proposals (RFPs). Wishlist identifies areas with strategic gaps, setting high-level goals while allowing developers to propose their own initiatives. RFPs, on the other hand, define specific problems and require solutions with clear scope, measurable results, and precise project timelines.

The first Wishlist items and RFPs cover key areas such as cryptography, privacy, application layers, security, and community growth. ESP will provide guidance to developers through “Office Hours,” helping them align their projects with defined priorities and answering questions throughout the application process.

Developing Strategic Solutions for Ethereum’s Growth
The program also aims to enhance the grantee experience by providing guidance, fostering connections across the ecosystem, and using project outcomes to inform future funding decisions. Wishlist items and RFPs will be updated periodically to reflect the ecosystem’s evolving needs.

The launch of ESP’s new grants program marks a significant step in strengthening Ethereum, encouraging the creation of high-impact tools, protocols, and public goods. Developers now have the opportunity to deliver strategic, scalable, and sustainable solutions that contribute to the network’s long-term growth

Hedera’s HBAR Slides 5% as $0.19 Support Crumbles, Traders Eye Technical ReversalHedera token breaks key technical level amid volume surge, though late-session reversal signals emerge.Updated Nov 3, 2025, 4:40 p.m. Published Nov 3, 2025, 4:40 p.m.

Hedera’s HBAR token slid 5% over the past 24 hours, falling from $0.1932 to $0.1835 after breaching critical support at $0.1900. Sellers maintained control through the overnight hours, driving prices to test fresh lows near $0.1815 before signs of stabilization emerged.

Trading activity spiked sharply, with 114.18 million HBAR changing hands at the 16:00 GMT session peak — an 86% jump above the daily average of 61.4 million. The volume surge aligned with a failed push to reclaim $0.1951 resistance, which quickly reversed into a cascade of sell orders that cemented the breakdown below $0.1900.

STORY CONTINUES BELOW

Despite the broader bearish tone, short-term charts hint at early signs of recovery. Hourly data shows a 0.77% rebound from $0.1825 to $0.1839, supported by a 3.09 million token volume burst during a mid-session breakout attempt. Bulls managed to form a higher low pattern, reclaiming the $0.1835 level that now acts as immediate support.

Still, traders remain divided. The near-term outlook hinges on whether HBAR can extend its bounce toward the $0.1850–$0.1860 resistance cluster or risks renewed pressure below the $0.1815 floor. Technical momentum favors a cautious recovery, but sustained upside will depend on volume confirmation and broader market sentiment.

Key Technical Levels Signal Conflicted Outlook for HBARSupport / ResistanceFormer Support: $0.1900 — now acting as strong overhead resistance.New Support Zone: $0.1815–$0.1835 following stabilization efforts.Immediate Upside Targets: $0.1850–$0.1860 after hourly breakout.VolumeResistance Rejection: 114.18M token spike (≈86% above SMA).Bullish Breakout Attempt: 3.09M volume peak on hourly reversal.Institutional Activity: Concentrated around key technical inflection points.Chart PatternsDaily Trend: Bearish, with consecutive lower lows.Hourly Structure: Bullish reversal with higher low formation.Momentum Shift: Price reclaimed $0.1835 (now support) with strength.Targets & Risk/RewardBullish Target: $0.1850–$0.1860 resistance zone.Bearish Risk: Breakdown below $0.1815 support zone.Critical Pivot: $0.1835 — key level defining near-term direction.Disclaimer: Parts of this article were generated with the assistance from AI tools and reviewed by our editorial team to ensure accuracy and adherence to our standards. For more information, see CoinDesk's full AI Policy.

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