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XRP is facing renewed selling pressure after major holders off-loaded nearly 200 million tokens in just 48 hours, adding momentum to an already fragile market structure. 

In this line, wallets holding between 1 million and 10 million XRP have sharply reduced their balances, marking one of the steepest two-day declines in whale holdings this quarter, according to on-chain data from Santiment shared by Ali Martinez.

XRP whale transaction chart. Source: Santiment
The sell-off aligns with XRP’s ongoing downward trend, as prices drift toward the lower end of their range. 

Whale activity shows large holders steadily reducing exposure, signaling weakening confidence. If bearish momentum accelerates, XRP could retest the critical $2 support zone, and a failure to hold above it may lead to deeper losses.

This potential decline comes as XRP has recorded 716 whale transactions worth over $1 million each, the highest count in four months and a strong signal of renewed large-holder activity. 

The surge raises questions about whether whales are accumulating or offloading positions, as spikes in high-value transfers often precede significant price moves. 

If whales are buying, the activity could support a short-term rebound; if they are distributing, it may reinforce the current downtrend and increase the risk of a sharper pullback.

XRP price analysis 
By press time, XRP was trading at $2.26, up 0.28% in the past 24 hours with modest intraday movement. 

XRP seven-day price chart. Source: Finbold
At current levels, XRP remains well below its key simple moving averages, signaling sustained downward pressure. 

The 50-day SMA at $2.57 acts as near-term resistance, roughly 12.7% above spot, suggesting that strong buying is needed to reclaim bullish territory and potentially test the $2.70 region. 

Meanwhile, the 200-day SMA at $2.65, about 16.2% higher, serves as a longer-term threshold; a decisive break above it could confirm a trend reversal, while failure would leave the token vulnerable to further declines toward $2.

Complementing this outlook, the 14-day RSI stands at 41.5, firmly within neutral territory. This indicates balanced momentum but little conviction for an immediate breakout in either direction.

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The company aims to build its first Latam restaurant in the country due to its bitcoin allegiance. During the Bitcoin Historico event, Dan Edwards, COO of Steak ‘n Shake, stated that El Salvador was a “bitcoiner country,” and they just had to be there.

Ripple's annual Swell conference drew global attention this month, bringing together leading figures from banking, payments, investment, and blockchain technology. The event delivered important announcements, including a new $500 million funding deal backed by major institutions such as Pantera Capital, Brevan Howard, Fortress Investment Group, and Marshall Wace.

Key NotesThe largest whales on Hyperliquid are going short as Bitcoin consolidates around $96,000.Bitcoin’s social dominance signals severe retail panic and FUD.The broader crypto market is seeing pressure from both macro and micro factors.
Bitcoin’s (BTC) fall below the crucial $100,000 mark last week triggered a wave of short positions from massive whales on Hyperliquid.

The largest Hyperliquid whales, with over $50 million in digital assets, have been heavily betting on a further crypto market correction, according to data from Coinglass.

Hyperliquid’s “Leviathans” dominating the market with short positions | Source: Coinglass

Data shows that the so-called Hyperliquid “Leviathans” – referring to a mythical sea monster to illustrate their size – currently have $3.44 billion in open positions, comprising $1.15 billion in longs and $2.29 billion in shorts, on the perpetual exchange.

These whales, with a size of over $50 million, are the only traders betting heavily on a deeper crypto market fall.

According to Coinglass data, the traders’ sentiment rises as their sizes decline; the most bullish traders are the so-called “shrimps,” which have a wallet size of up to $250.

Bitcoin’s Social Dominance Shows Panic
Following Bitcoin’s fall below $95,000 on Friday, Nov. 14, the sense of fear, uncertainty, and doubt among the crypto community skyrocketed.

According to an X post by Santiment, the Bitcoin social dominance spiked to four-month highs, a level last seen in mid-July.

📈 Though not a guaranteed crypto bottom signal, probabilities of a market reversal greatly increases when social dominance for Bitcoin surges. During Friday's dip below $95K, discussion rates hit a 4-month high, signaling severe retail panic & FUD.

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— Santiment (@santimentfeed) November 16, 2025

The surge in Bitcoin’s social dominance was followed by retail panic and FUD, which consequently triggered a price correction, from $120,000 to $112,000 within two weeks, for the leading asset.

Currently, Bitcoin is seeing similar sentiment, and Santiment is hinting at “probabilities of a market reversal.”

One of the reasons behind the market-wide correction is the massive outflows from Bitcoin-based exchange-traded funds in the US. Coinspeaker reported that spot BTC ETFs recorded a net outflow of $1.8 billion last week.

According to a Barron’s report, investors are shifting away from riskier assets, such as cryptocurrencies, due to concerns about shaky economies and high valuations in tech and AI stocks.

However, this cannot be a guaranteed bottom signal for the crypto market. When large whales go against the broader market and the crowd wanders in uncertainty, history suggests something big might be brewing.

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Pi Coin price is up across the 1-month, 7-day, and 24-hour charts while still down 40% in three months, showing rare early strength.A breakout from a symmetrical triangle, a CMF jump from –0.09 to +0.05, and rising OBV signal growing buyer interest.$0.229 is the key breakout level; holding it opens targets at $0.236 and $0.252, while losing $0.215 risks a fall to $0.208.Pi Coin just printed something unusual. Three major timeframes are green at the same time. The one-month chart is up 9.5%, the seven-day chart is up 2.1%, and the last 24 hours are up 3.5%.

This is rare because the Pi Coin price is still down almost 40% in the three-month window. The token is showing early strength while most of the market is still stuck in a slow bleed. The question now is simple: is this just a brief bounce, or the start of a larger move?

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Symmetrical Triangle Breakout Surfaces As Money Flow Turns PositivePI has been stuck inside a symmetrical triangle for weeks. This pattern typically indicates indecision, rather than a trend direction.

However, yesterday, the Pi Coin price broke through the upper boundary and is now testing the confirmation level near $0.229, a key level. A clean candle close above that line is the first sign that buyers are finally taking control.

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The next clue comes from the Chaikin Money Flow (CMF). CMF measures whether money is moving into or out of an asset. Two days ago, CMF broke out of its descending trend line, rising sharply from –0.09 to +0.05.

This jump shows that the breakout is not random. Bigger Pi Coin wallets may be stepping in as the pattern flips bullish.

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The On-Balance Volume (OBV) tells the other half of the story. OBV tracks buying and selling volume to show whether traders support the move. OBV touched lower, back to its rising trend line on November 12–13, hinting that retail volume wasn’t ready.

However, since November 14, OBV has begun to curl upward again. If OBV breaks its upper trend line, it confirms that retail Pi Coin buyers are now joining the move sparked by the CMF breakout.

Retail Volume Coming Back: TradingViewThe combination of a technical breakout, rising money flow, and recovering OBV gives Pi Coin its strongest setup in weeks.

Pi Coin Price Levels To Watch As Momentum BuildsIf the Pi Coin price closes above $0.229, the move could extend to $0.236, representing a gain of approximately 4.2% from current levels. If momentum holds, the next target is near $0.252, which has previously acted as strong resistance.

However, the bullish setup can fail if the OBV rolls over again or the CMF slips back into negative territory. A drop below $0.215 weakens the structure and exposes a slide toward $0.208.

Pi Coin Price Analysis: TradingViewCurrently, the Pi Coin price is exhibiting rare strength across multiple timeframes. Whether that strength lasts comes down to one line: $0.229. If the bulls defend it, PI’s green streak may have more room to run.

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The "Bitcoin Fear & Greed" index, which measures market sentiment, has plunged to just 10, which is the lowest level since February. 

According to 10x Research, the price has fallen below both the 7-day and 30-day moving averages, which shows weak short-term and medium-term momentum. 

Over the past week, it has lost 6.7%, dropping under $100,000.  Large holders, or “whales,” have been selling, contributing to this decline. 

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Outflows from U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs show waning institutional interest. Moreover, Bitcoin’s persistent negative correlation with the Nasdaq 100 means it tends to drop more sharply during tech sell-offs than it rises during tech rallies. 

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On Friday, when the price of the leading cryptocurrency dropped below $95,000, the price of discussions about it reached a four-month high, according to analytics platform Santiment.  

Such a massive spike shows that there is widespread fear, uncertainty, and doubt (FUD) among retail investors.  

Historically, this can indicate that selling pressure is peaking and a reversal might be more likely. Essentially, extreme panic often happens near market lows.

Death cross In the meantime, Bitcoin has formed a new "death cross." While the term might seem scary, this is generally viewed as a lagging indicator.  

According to analyst Benjamin Cowen, these events have often coincided with local market lows, meaning short-term bottoms. 

However, he cautions that if the current cycle is ending, any bounce after the death cross might fail. 

The analyst notes that if Bitcoin is going to rebound within this cycle, signs of a bounce should appear within the next week. If no bounce happens, it likely signals further downside before a larger rally toward the 200-day moving average, which would then form a macro lower high, a key point in the market cycle.

As Bitcoin (BTC) struggles to hold above the $95,000 support zone, the cryptocurrency appears primed for deeper losses toward the $80,000 region.

According to analysis by Ali Martinez, Bitcoin has broken below a key ascending channel, a structure that had supported price action throughout previous months.

The breakdown is significant because it signals a shift in momentum from consolidation to a more pronounced bearish trend.

In an X post on November 16, the analyst noted that this move “opens the door to a drop toward $83,500,” marking one of the most bearish near-term projections since the recent market correction began.

Bitcoin price analysis chart. Source: TradingView
After failing to reclaim the $100,500 support zone, Bitcoin continued forming lower highs and lower lows, pointing to a weakening market structure. The analysis outlined a likely brief consolidation between $95,000 and $97,000 before the downtrend resumes.

At the same time, the projection highlighted two stages: an initial retest of the mid-$90,000 area, followed by a deeper slide through support levels at $91,500, $89,000, and $86,500. If these levels fail, a move toward $83,000 becomes increasingly likely.

Bitcoin hits Extreme Fear 
Notably, the bearish outlook comes as the crypto market remains deep in risk-off territory, with the Bitcoin Fear & Greed Index plunging to 10 firmly in Extreme Fear. The reading has held steady, highlighting a month-long deterioration in sentiment; just a week ago, the index sat at 22 and already signaled heightened caution.

Crypto Fear & Greed Index. Source: Alternative.me
This prolonged slump suggests traders are increasingly anxious amid volatility and broader economic uncertainty. Extreme fear reflects intensified selling pressure and a retreat by many market participants. Historically, similar lows have often aligned with market bottoms as panic peaks and weaker hands exit.

For prices, this environment points to a market nearing a psychological breaking point. While extreme fear may fuel further short-term weakness as traders avoid new positions, such sentiment troughs have also marked moments when long-term investors begin accumulating assets viewed as undervalued.

Though sentiment alone doesn’t dictate price action, a reading this low highlights an emotionally stretched market that may be poised for a significant shift once confidence returns.

Bitcoin price analysis 
By press time, Bitcoin was trading at $95,973, having gained a modest 0.13% in the past 24 hours, while on the weekly timeline the asset has plunged about 6%.

Bitcoin seven-day price chart. Source: Finbold
At the current price, Bitcoin sits well below its 50-day SMA of $111,417 and 200-day SMA of $105,695, placing it firmly beneath major trend indicators and reinforcing a clear bearish posture. Such a wide gap between spot price and these moving averages typically signals fading momentum and a market struggling to regain upward direction.

The 14-day RSI at 31.23 adds further context. While not yet oversold, it is hovering just above that level, indicating sellers have dominated but that downside pressure may be nearing exhaustion.

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This oft-overlooked cryptocurrency deserves a bit more attention.

During the past 12 months, Cardano's (ADA 0.36%) price declined about 13% as Bitcoin (BTC +0.17%) and Ethereum (ETH +1.68%) rose 9% and 2%, respectively. It's still the world's 10th most valuable cryptocurrency with a market cap of about $18 billion, but it struggled even as lower interest rates generated tailwinds for the broader crypto market.

Cardano also remains more than 80% below its all-time high, even as Bitcoin and Ethereum set fresh all-time highs earlier this year (though they have declined in recent weeks). But even though the bulls are shunning Cardano, I believe this underappreciated token could double to $1 within the next year.

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Why does Cardano have room to grow?
Cardano was created by Ethereum co-founder Charles Hoskinson. Like Ethereum, Cardano uses the proof of stake (PoS) consensus mechanism to validate its transactions instead of the proof of work (PoW) mechanism used to mine Bitcoin. PoS tokens can't be mined, but they can be staked to earn more coins as interest-like rewards. PoS blockchains also support smart contracts, which are used to create decentralized apps (dApps) and other crypto assets.

Unlike other tokens that are minted on Ethereum's blockchain, Cardano minted its coins on its own proprietary PoS blockchain protocol called Ouroboros. Cardano added staking features to its blockchain in 2020 and support for smart contracts in 2021. Its projects are also approved with formal peer reviews to ensure their scalability and security. Ethereum and other PoS blockchains don't use formal reviews to greenlight every single project.

Cardano is often valued by the speed and growth of its developer ecosystem. On its own, its Layer-1 (L1) blockchain can achieve speeds of 250 transactions per second (TPS), compared to Ethereum's average L1 speed of just 15 to 30 TPS. Cardano can achieve even higher speeds of about 1,000 TPS with its Layer-2 (L2) Hydra "heads," which process more of its transactions off-chain so they don't congest its L1 blockchain. Ethereum's developers also bundle together their transactions in a similar manner with its L2 rollups.

Cardano has a circulating supply of about 36 billion tokens with a fixed maximum supply of 45 billion tokens. Ethereum doesn't have a maximum supply. Therefore, Cardano can also be valued by its scarcity like Bitcoin -- which has a maximum supply of 21 million tokens.

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What catalysts could drive Cardano's price to $1?
More than 70% of Cardano's circulating supply is already staked, which means less than 30% of those tokens are available for trading. If more investors buy Cardano and stake their tokens, its supply will drop further and drive up its price. Several catalysts could spark that long-overdue rally.

First and foremost, its developer ecosystem needs to expand. It doesn't serve as many developers as Ethereum, the world's leading blockchain for building new dApps and other crypto projects. But its L1 blockchain is faster and its charges fixed transaction fees, which are often cheaper than Ethereum's surge pricing gas (user) fees when the network is congested.

Meanwhile, the expansion of its hydra heads should further boost its speed, improve its scalability, and help it compete more effectively against Solana (SOL +0.49%) -- another popular PoS blockchain which processes its transactions much faster than Ethereum and Cardano.

Solana has two main weaknesses: Its network suffers frequent outages, and it has high hardware requirements. Since Solana runs on more powerful hardware, it's more centralized than decentralized blockchains like Ethereum and Cardano, which can validate transactions across a broader range of less powerful devices.

So, as Cardano upgrades and expands this ecosystem, it could attract more developers. Those developers would launch more dApps that support Cardano's token, and its price would stabilize and rise. As that happens, the market's demand could outweigh its tight supply of unstaked tokens -- and its price could finally soar to fresh highs. Even if its price doubles to $1, though, its market cap would only rise to $36 billion.

Cardano could also loosen its rigid peer-reviewed approval process to attract more developers, and some crypto firms could try to launch their own spot price exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for the token. Moreover, further interest rate cuts -- which could finally reduce those stubbornly high Treasury yields -- would drive more investors back toward the smaller cryptocurrencies like Cardano.

Cardano's price could remain volatile, but it clearly has a shot at hitting $1 during the next 12 months as those tailwinds kick in. It might not attract as much attention as Bitcoin and Ethereum, but investors shouldn't toss it out with the weaker meme coins, which don't have as many long-term catalysts.

The US DOJ is seeking to seize over $15 million in USDT tied to North Korean state-backed hacking unit APT38.

The past week has been one of the most significant in XRP's history — yet the timing could not have been more difficult for the broader crypto market. After years of regulatory setbacks, courtroom battles, and multiple ETF attempts, the first U.S. spot exchange-traded fund tied to XRP officially began trading.

A deteriorating labor market will likely add to the affordability crisis. Rising unemployment could cool wage growth and weigh on sentiment, potentially curbing consumer spending. A pullback in spending would raise stagflation risks, given that private consumption accounts for around 65% of the US GDP.

Increasing stagflation risks could trigger further BTC-spot ETF outflows and send BTC lower.

Bitcoin Drops to Six-Month Low as ETF Outflows Intensify
Waning bets on a December Fed rate cut and rising stagflation risks push BTC to a six-month low of $93,942. Crucially, demand for BTC through spot ETFs plummeted, adding to the bearish sentiment.

The US BTC-spot ETF market saw total net outflows of $1.11 billion in the reporting week ending Friday, November 14. Outflows for November surged to $2.32 billion. According to Farside Investors, key weekly flows included:

BlackRock’s (BLK) iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) saw net outflows of $532.4 million.
Grayscale Bitcoin Mini Trust (BTC) reported net outflows of $289.9 million.
In total, nine of the eleven ETF issuers registered net outflows in the week.

Crucially, BTC dropped 8.59% for the week, extending November’s loss to 12.63%. However, ETF issuers remain in positive territory for 2025, despite the third week of outflows. NovaDius Wealth Management President Nate Geraci commented on a brutal Thursday, November 13, session, stating:

“Spot btc ETFs w/ 2nd-biggest outflow yesterday… $870 million. Category still w/ $24+ bil inflows on the year.”

Key Week Ahead: US Inflation, Jobs Data, and the Fed in Focus
The week ahead could be a pivotal week for BTC and the broader crypto market. US inflation and jobs data will likely influence bets on a December Fed rate cut. Higher inflation figures may further dampen expectations of monetary policy easing. Meanwhile, a weaker labor market could fuel stagflation concerns, another headwind for BTC.

With key US data in focus, traders should closely monitor Fed speakers for reactions to the data and views on cutting rates.

Bitcoin’s price trends continued to influence the broader crypto market, pushing Ethereum (ETH) to $3,000.

Ethereum ETF Outflows Send ETH to Key Support Levels
ETH-spot ETF issuers saw total net outflows of $728.3 million in the reporting week ending November 14. Notably, ETH tumbled to a November 14 low of $3,073 before briefly reclaiming the $3,200 handle.

Significantly, ETH was on track for a third consecutive weekly loss, down 11% at the time of writing. ETH-spot ETFs reported net outflows in four of the last five weeks, sending ETH lower.

Solana price continued its strong downward trend, moving from the September high of $253 in September to the current $142. It is now hovering near its lowest level since June 27 this year.

Bitcoin ETFs have already reshaped how investors interact with crypto, but 2026 is set to be a different kind of year. Growing institutional appetite, global regulatory clarity, and tighter competition among asset managers mean these funds will play an even bigger role in how capital flows into Bitcoin.

Why Top 5 Bitcoin ETFs Will Matter Even More in 2026Bitcoin ETFs aren’t just a convenience anymore. They’ve become the preferred entry point for institutions that want exposure without touching wallets, private keys, or the operational mess that comes with direct crypto custody.

As ETF ecosystems mature, a few trends are taking shape:

Capital from pension funds, hedge funds, and corporate treasuries keeps rising.Fee wars among major issuers are driving more investor-friendly products.ETF inflows and outflows now influence Bitcoin’s short-term price more than retail trading does.So if you want a sense of where smart money is moving, watch the ETF market.

BlackRock’s IBIT: SoSoValueBlackRock’s IBIT is still the heavyweight champion. With over $74 billion in AUM and the deepest liquidity in the sector, it remains the go-to ETF for institutions that want scale and stability. If any ETF drives the market in 2026, it’s this one. Even modest inflow spikes here can move Bitcoin’s price noticeably.

2. Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC)FBTC: SoSoValueFidelity brings a long-standing reputation that appeals to conservative, traditional investors. Expect FBTC to shine in 2026 if retirement funds and long-horizon institutional players increase their Bitcoin allocations. Fidelity’s research-driven approach and low fee structure make this ETF a steady magnet for inflows.

3. Grayscale Bitcoin Trust ETF (GBTC)GBTC: SoSoValueGBTC was once the linchpin of institutional Bitcoin exposure before ETFs were approved. Even though others have overtaken it, GBTC’s massive remaining asset base still gives it influence. In 2026, its impact will depend on whether Grayscale continues lowering fees and modernizing the structure to stay competitive.

4. Grayscale Bitcoin Mini Trust (BTC)BTC:SoSoValueThe Mini Trust is designed to be leaner and cheaper than GBTC, and that simplicity has helped it find its own audience. As fee competition heats up next year, this ETF could see a noticeable surge from cost-conscious investors and smaller institutions entering the Bitcoin market for the first time.

ARKB:SoSoValueARK Invest has built a brand around innovation, and ARKB fits that theme perfectly. Cathie Wood's consistent bullish outlook on crypto attracts growth-focused investors who want more than just passive exposure. If Bitcoin enters another expansion phase in 2026, ARKB is likely to outperform in inflows thanks to its audience and strategy.

Top 5 Bitcoin ETFs: What This Means for Investors in 2026Watching these ETFs isn’t just about knowing where the big money sits. It’s about reading the market’s mood. Inflows usually hint at rising institutional confidence. Outflows often signal caution. And because ETFs now hold such a large share of circulating Bitcoin, their movements can amplify both rallies and corrections.

Whether you’re trading short term or thinking long term, paying attention to the ETF landscape gives you a real advantage. These five funds will shape the narrative in 2026 more than any others.

The Bottom LineThese top 5 Bitcoin ETFs have become the bridge between traditional finance and digital assets. In 2026, that bridge gets even busier. IBIT sets the pace, Fidelity brings credibility, Grayscale fights to retain its legacy, the Mini Trust keeps costs competitive, and ARKB taps into the innovation crowd.

If you want a clear picture of where institutional capital is heading next year, start by watching these five ETFs closely.

Devconnect Buenos Aires positions Ethereum as a mature, real-world technology, showcasing stablecoin payments, consumer-ready wallets and live Layer 2 infrastructure.Argentina serves as the ideal backdrop, highlighting Ethereum’s usefulness in high-inflation economies, cross-border payments and grassroots crypto adoption.Organizers frame this edition as an “Ethereum World’s Fair,” emphasizing community-driven curation and demonstrating that Ethereum’s impact is already happening today—not a distant promise.As Devconnect prepares to open in Buenos Aires, the global Ethereum ecosystem is gearing up for its most ambitious edition yet. This year, Devconnect invites builders, researchers, and users to experience Ethereum not as a distant future, but as a technology that is already building daily life and proving its value in real-world environments.

To understand what sets this edition apart, BeInCrypto spoke with Nathan Sexer, Devconnect Lead, about community-driven curation, the rise of stablecoin payments, Argentina’s unique place in the crypto movement, and why 2025 could be a defining year for Ethereum.

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Asked how Devconnect manages to maintain its grassroots energy while coordinating more than forty independently organized events, Sexer says the foundation of the events has remained the same since the very beginning.

“Devconnect works because it is community led. Curators shape their own events, define the depth and decide how the conversations should unfold,” he explains. “Our role is simply to remove friction, publish agendas early and create common spaces where people naturally meet.”

Those shared spaces include the Cowork, Community Hubs, Discussion Corners and even music and cinema areas designed to foster natural collaboration. The goal is to keep Devconnect accessible and open, while allowing each organizer to retain full creative ownership.

Why This Edition Feels Like Ethereum World’s FairThis year’s Devconnect comes with a bold comparison: for the first time, organizers are framing the gathering as the “Ethereum World’s Fair.” According to Sexer, the framing reflects the moment the ecosystem is in.

“World’s Fairs historically introduced paradigm-shifting technologies. We believe Ethereum is at a similar moment,” he says. “Hundreds of applications are live today. We want people to touch and feel what a society built on Ethereum could look like.”

The intention is to showcase that Ethereum is not a promise for the future, but a powerful infrastructure layer that is already working across numerous sectors.

What Ethereum Is Ready to Show the World in 2025While crypto discourse often revolves around what might happen in the future, Devconnect Buenos Aires is focused on what already functions at scale. And if there is one area where Ethereum is poised to stand out in 2025, Sexer says it is everyday payments.

“Payments and stablecoins will be the breakout story,” he notes. “Attendees will actually be able to use them on the ground, including paying for food directly in crypto.”

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This experience will be supported by an increasingly mature Layer 2 ecosystem, production-ready rollups, practical account abstraction and mainstream UX through passkeys and session keys.

Beyond payments, visitors can expect progress in privacy proofs, open finance, on-chain treasuries, public goods frameworks for funding and identity, and new forms of on-chain media and social platforms.

Real-World Use Cases Take Centre StageOne of Devconnect’s overarching goals is to highlight that Ethereum adoption is already happening in environments where it matters most. Argentina is one of those environments.

“Cross-border payments in high-inflation economies show how powerful stablecoins can be,” Sexer says. “Instant settlement through local offramps simply offers a better user experience than traditional payment systems.”

In addition to financial use cases, this year’s edition will feature advancements in consumer wallets designed for everyday users, as well as developments in gaming, hardware, and the fast-growing intersection of crypto and AI.

Why Buenos Aires Is the Perfect Host CityChoosing Buenos Aires was far from accidental. For Sexer, Argentina currently embodies many of the conditions that make Ethereum’s infrastructure so relevant.

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“You have a crypto-native population shaped by inflation and capital controls. You have strong developer culture with universities, meetups, hackerspaces and startups. And logistically, the city is ideal for a distributed fair,” he explains.

It is a place where global innovation and local necessity converge, creating fertile ground for meaningful experimentation and adoption.

Even with its decentralized structure, Devconnect operates with a clear north star.

“Every event must be builder first, high signal and curated by teams we trust,” Sexer says. “We focus on Ethereum’s top priorities, from apps and DeFi to AI, but the independence of each organizer is what gives Devconnect its identity.”

The larger narrative emerges through shared values rather than centralized programming.

The Impact Devconnect Hopes to Leave BehindFor Sexer, the legacy of this edition extends far beyond a week of talks and showcases.

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“We want to bring the world to Argentina, channel talent and resources into the local community and empower local entrepreneurs, builders, students, regulators and developers,” he says.

From collaborations and job opportunities to new funding paths, the intention is for Devconnect to accelerate long-term growth for both the global and the local ecosystem.

What People Might Remember About Devconnect BAEvery Devconnec and Devcont has marked a particular moment in Ethereum’s evolution. So what will Buenos Aires represent when the community looks back years from now?

“We hope it becomes the point when people realize how big Ethereum already is,” Sexer reflects. “Not as a future promise, but as a technology making real impact today.”

In many ways, Devconnect Buenos Aires feels less like a conference and more like a moment in time. The kind of community remembers not because of announcements or headlines, but because something shifts in the collective understanding of what is possible.

As Nathan Sexer suggests, this edition is not here to speculate about the future. It is here to show a version of it that already exists. In the streets of Buenos Aires, where inflation defines daily decisions and open money is not a theory but a lifeline, Ethereum’s usefulness becomes unmistakably clear.

What emerges is a portrait of a technology that has quietly matured: stablecoins used in the same way people use cash, wallets designed for real humans, and infrastructure built not for hype but for resilience. Devconnect BA gathers these pieces into a living mosaic: not polished, not perfect, but undeniably alive.

Suppose each Devconnect has captured a different chapter of Ethereum’s evolution. In that case, Buenos Aires may be remembered as the moment the ecosystem stopped talking about potential and simply showed what it already is.

A world’s fair not of spectacle, but of substance. A reminder that the future arrives gradually, then all at once, sometimes in a city that needed it most.

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The market remains bearish with XRP struggling to break above the $2.23–$2.24 resistance zone.Updated Nov 16, 2025, 7:39 a.m. Published Nov 16, 2025, 7:38 a.m.

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What to know: XRP experienced a significant selloff, dropping from $2.31 to $2.22, despite the launch of a new U.S. spot XRP ETF.The market remains bearish with XRP struggling to break above the $2.23–$2.24 resistance zone.Institutional interest is evident from ETF inflows, but broader market pressures continue to suppress crypto momentum.XRP faced intense selling pressure at key support levels before a dramatic, high-volume V-shaped reversal signaled potential exhaustion of downward momentum.

News BackgroundThe decline unfolded against a backdrop of mixed institutional signals and heightened macro uncertainty. Crypto markets remain trapped in a medium-term downtrend, with sentiment pinned in the fear zone as volatility spikes across majors.

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Canary Capital’s newly launched U.S. spot XRP ETF (XRPC) registered $58.6 million in first-day volume, far exceeding analyst expectations of $17 million. Yet the strong debut failed to stabilize XRP, as derivatives markets flashed stress signals. Roughly $28 million in XRP liquidations hit within 24 hours, with long positions accounting for nearly $25 million of the wipeout.

Market analysts warn that institutional flows remain conflicted—ETF inflows show interest, but broader risk-off pressure continues suppressing crypto liquidity and momentum.

Price Action SummaryXRP dropped 4.3% from $2.31 to $2.22 during the 24-hour session ending November 16 at 02:00 UTC. The decline carved a $0.10 range with a clear sequence of lower highs confirming bearish structure.

The most aggressive selling hit at 00:00 UTC, when 74M XRP traded—69% above the 24-hour average—breaking the $2.24 support. Price slid to $2.22, marking the session low. Three separate volume spikes above 57M during decline phases validated sustained distribution.

Despite the ETF catalyst, the selloff accelerated as price rejected $2.31 and failed to find support near prior consolidation zones. The pair settled into a tight $2.22–$2.23 consolidation after the breakdown.

Technical AnalysisSupport/Resistance:

Primary support: $2.22 (capitulation low)Immediate resistance: $2.23–$2.24 breakdown zoneCritical Fibonacci support: $2.16 (0.382 retracement) — loss of this level risks swift drop toward $2.02–$1.88Volume Profile:

Breakdown volume: 74M XRP (+69%) confirming capitulationTwo reversal-phase spikes (01:39, 01:46): 4.7M each, signaling selling exhaustionRecovery saw normalized but steady volume, consistent with bottom-fishing interestChart Structure:

Overnight price hammered into support, printing a textbook V-shaped reversalHigher lows formed at $2.209 → $2.217 → $2.227, indicating momentum shiftHowever, broader downtrend from $2.31 remains intact pending resistance reclaimFailure to break $2.23–$2.24 zone limits upside follow-throughMomentum Indicators:

Intraday oversold conditions triggered reversal, but daily trend bias remains bearish50D/200D structure slopes downward, adding overhead pressureWhat Traders Should KnowXRP sits at a tactical pivot after a dramatic washout:

Holding $2.22 is crucial — failure exposes direct move toward $2.16, then $2.02–$1.88A confirmed reclaim of $2.24, followed by $2.31, is needed to rebuild bullish structureETF flows will influence volatility — follow early XRPC volume at U.S. market openThe V-shaped rebound provides short-term relief, but major resistance overhead limits immediate upsideA sustained break above $2.48 is required to shift trend bias back toward $2.60+ targetsMore For You

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The Scaramucci family has invested over $100 million into American Bitcoin, the mining company tied to US President Donald Trump’s sons.

The funding came through Solari Capital, the investment firm founded by AJ Scaramucci, which led the company’s $220 million round in July, months before American Bitcoin went public through a reverse merger in September, according to a report from Fortune. The miner did not previously disclose its backers.

AJ Scaramucci told Fortune that Solari Capital contributed “over $100 million,” though he did not reveal the exact amount. His father, Anthony Scaramucci, also participated with a smaller investment.

Other contributors included Tony Robbins, Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson, investor Grant Cardone and entrepreneur Peter Diamandis, per the report.

American Bitcoin is the 25th largest public Bitcoin holder. Source: BitcoinTreasuries.NETBitcoin is beyond politicsThe involvement came amid a long-running feud between Anthony Scaramucci and Donald Trump. Scaramucci briefly served as Trump’s White House communications director in 2017 before being fired days later, later emerging as a vocal critic who endorsed Joe Biden and Kamala Harris in the 2020 and 2024 elections.

However, AJ said politics played no role in the deal. “Has my Dad and Don Sr. have they had their fair share of back and forth? Of course they have,” he told Fortune. “But Bitcoin transcends politics.” Anthony also reportedly called Bitcoin the “orange team” that sits above partisan divides.

According to the report, AJ sourced the investment through a long-standing personal connection. He was roommates with Matt Prusak, now the president of American Bitcoin, while attending Stanford’s business school.

When Prusak told him the miner would be spun out from Hut 8, AJ pushed for Solari to lead the round. He said he believes the company can compete with publicly traded Bitcoin accumulation firms, including those positioning their stock as a proxy for owning BTC.

American Bitcoin holds 4,000 BTCAmerican Bitcoin mines and holds Bitcoin, and also purchases additional BTC on the open market. According to BitcoinTreasuries.NET, the firm holds 4,004 BTC, worth around $383.86 million, on its balance sheet.

In a recent interview with The Wall Street Journal, Eric Trump said the current crypto downturn is no cause for concern, calling volatility a necessary trade-off for high returns. His comments come as Bitcoin briefly slipped below $95,000, about 25% lower than its early-October peak.

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The team behind the Shiba Inu cryptocurrency has teased "something new" in its recent social media post.

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The social media account, which boasts nearly four million followers, has also tagged Bidget Wallet in its most recent social media post. 

Jaded community The community responses are clearly mixed, with SHIB holders showing visible frustration with the team.  

Some users have criticized the rather unfortunate timing of the announcement, given that the entire cryptocurrency market recently experienced a rather severe price crash. 

There are also those who are dissatisfied with slow and inefficient burns. 

The perceived lack of transparency also appears to be a major concern among SHIB naysayers. 

The price of the SHIB token is down 89.4% from its record high, according to CoinGecko data. 

The Ethereum price is showing a bottom signal as NUPL drops to 0.23, its weakest level since July, but this does not fully match the conditions that marked the last major reversal.Heavy long-liquidation pressure remains in the market, with a thick cluster sitting near $3,050, which continues to suppress any attempt at a rebound despite low profit-taking incentives.Ethereum is still trading inside a falling channel, and real strength only returns if price reclaims $3,653 and then $3,795, the levels needed to flip the structure from bearish to neutral.Ethereum price is down 18.5% in the past 30 days and about 5.2% this week. It is holding up slightly better than Bitcoin on the weekly chart, but it is nowhere close to recovery. One key on-chain signal shows that most traders have almost no reason left to book profits.

Under normal conditions, that would help form a bottom. However, if profit-taking pressure has already dissipated, the obvious question is why the Ethereum price still refuses to bounce.

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Profit-Booking Incentive Drops, But Not Enough To Confirm A BottomNet Unrealized Profit and Loss (NUPL) has dropped to 0.23, the lowest reading since July 1. NUPL tracks investor psychology by measuring the amount of unrealized profit or loss in the market.

It shifts between phases such as capitulation, where most wallets hold losses, and belief or denial, where confidence grows.

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The last time NUPL dropped even lower was June 22, when it hit 0.17. That move came right before Ethereum rallied 106.3%, which helped NUPL rise from capitulation into belief and denial.

Today’s reading sits above that level, which means ETH has room to fall further if the market weakens.

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A lower NUPL print would match the conditions that existed before the previous major reversal. Although profit-taking incentives are now minimal, the bottom signal is not yet fully aligned.

Liquidation Pressure Explains Why Price Isn’t Responding To NUPLThe derivatives market gives the clearest reason for Ethereum’s hesitation. On Gate’s ETH-USDT liquidation map, short exposure is heavy at $2.36 billion, but long exposure is still sizeable at $1.05 billion.

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This imbalance keeps pressure on both sides. The thickest long-liquidation cluster stretches roughly to $3,050. ETH is trading near this level, which means even a mild drop can trigger forced selling from long traders.

Long Liquidation Leverage Could Limit Upside: CoinglassLong liquidations can easily overpower the positive effect of low NUPL. Even if shorts are over-exposed, the remaining long leverage is large enough to keep the market unstable.

This is the link between the two metrics: Ethereum cannot use a profit-bottom setup as long as this long-liquidation wall remains intact.

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Ethereum Price Chart Lines Up With The Same Risk ZoneThe Ethereum price chart reinforces the same story. ETH is still trading inside a falling channel, and the $3,053 region remains the most important support. This is the exact zone where the strongest long-liquidation cluster sits. If the price loses $3,053, the odds of a deeper drop rise sharply.

That kind of drop aligns with the path where NUPL could slide toward its June low of 0.17, matching the setup that preceded the last major leg higher.

Ethereum Price Analysis: TradingViewThere is a bullish path, but it needs far bigger confirmation. ETH must reclaim $3,653 to show real strength, which is still more than 14% above current levels. From there, clearing $3,795 would flip the structure from bearish to neutral.

This move also tests the upper boundary of the falling channel, which has only two clean touches and is not a strong resistance. If NUPL stabilizes, shorts begin to unwind, and Ethereum price clears these levels, a sharp rebound becomes possible. Until those conditions merge, ETH stays trapped between a fading profit motive and a stubborn liquidation overhang.

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Robert Kiyosaki stated in a post on Saturday that despite Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) prices crashing, he's holding onto the cryptocurrency.

Why Kiyosaki Is Not Selling BTCKiyosaki revealed that despite the market’s current challenges, he is holding onto his assets, including Bitcoin. The "Rich Dad Poor Dad" author attributes the decline to a global cash demand but notes he does not need liquidity at this time.

"Simply said…..if you are fearful and need cash….as most of the world does…. You may want to sell your best assets and go to cash," he added.

He anticipates a scenario described in Lawrence Lepard's "The Big Print," where assets like gold, silver, Bitcoin, and Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) may gain value as fiat currencies depreciate.

Learning From MistakesKiyosaki noted that he has panicked many times in the past and that he has learned "priceless personal financial lessons" which are not taught in traditional schools.

"I do not trust stocks or bonds but if you do….like Warren Buffet…do what is best for you," he said.

BTC, ETH's 2025 So FarBitcoin, which was at $93,463 at the beginning of 2025, dipped below this level earlier this week before recouping some of the losses. BTC was hovering at $95,871 at the time of writing, up around 2.6% year-to-date.

Ethereum was at $3,331 at the beginning of 2025, and was hovering at $3,209 at the time of writing, down 3.7% year-to-date.

Broader Crypto DeclineThe recent plunge in Bitcoin’s value is part of a broader trend affecting cryptocurrencies. On Thursday, Bitcoin fell below the $100,000 mark, despite optimism over the end of the U.S. government shutdown. This drop coincided with heavy net outflows from spot Bitcoin ETFs, reducing the institutional buying pressure that had previously supported prices.

The BTC decline has sparked discussions about Bitcoin’s four-year halving cycle. Analysts, including Scott Melker, have noted that the cycle, which typically sees market peaks 12-18 months post-halving, may be weakening. The market is now over 1,080 days past the last low, yet the anticipated euphoria phase has not materialized.

Economist Peter Schiff also weighed in, challenging Bitcoin supporters with a poll asking how low Bitcoin must fall before they concede he was “right” all along.

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Obagi® saypha® ChIQ™ data selected as a top 10 cosmetic oral abstract presentation

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NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Obagi Medical, a leading innovator in physician-dispensed skincare and aesthetic solutions and part of Waldencast plc (NASDAQ: WALD), today announced new data shared at the recent American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) Annual Meeting, which took place November 13–16, 2025, in Chicago, Illinois.

Pivotal FDA Study Comparison of Two Hyaluronic Acid Fillers for Midface Augmentation and Associated Improvement in Nasolabial Folds Appearance led to Obagi Hyaluronic Acid Featured as a Top 10 Abstract Presented by Dr. Sue Ellen Cox:

“As an investigator in this pivotal study, I was pleased that the data was recognized as one of the top 10 abstracts and selected for an oral presentation,” commented Dr. Sue Ellen Cox. “The data highlights the compelling results of the Obagi® saypha® ChIQ™ pivotal study and shows the potential of the product to provide high-level satisfaction for patients seeking long-lasting, natural-looking results.”

This pivotal, randomized, multicenter trial compared the effectiveness and safety of two hyaluronic acid fillers for midface volume restoration and nasolabial fold improvement. The study demonstrated non-inferiority of Obagi® saypha® ChIQ™ ** compared to Juvéderm Voluma® XC, with high patient satisfaction and robust safety across diverse skin types.

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Obagi Scalp Serum Interim 3 Month Results

Interim data from the ongoing study of Obagi Nu-Cil® BioStim™ Scalp Serum highlights improvements in scalp health and hair appearance at three months.

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This research introduces a novel framework for evaluating HA fillers and showcases category-leading capabilities of the Obagi line of injectables.

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Nu-Cil® BioStim™ Scalp Serum expands on Obagi’s 35 years of skin health expertise and leadership in medical-grade innovation by applying its skin-first philosophy to the scalp through the BioStim™ Complex. The BioStim™ Complex utilizes proprietary technology powered by a synergistic blend of clinically proven actives, including biotin, amino acids, and peptides—alongside 18 essential nutrients, B vitamins, and phytoactives. These actives work to promote scalp health, fortify hair follicles, and strengthen strands from the root.

Obagi® saypha® ChIQ™, developed by Croma-Pharma GmbH, utilizes proprietary MACRO Core Technology that creates a stable 3D HA matrix designed to provide natural-looking results with category-leading capabilities, including high HA content upon injection, consistent gel distribution, and a predictable injection force and swelling profile. Obagi® saypha® ChIQ™ is currently under review for FDA approval. Obagi Medical’s Obagi® saypha® MagIQ™ was recently FDA approved.

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Obagi Medical is an industry-leading, advanced skincare line rooted in research and skin biology, with a legacy of 35+ years of experience. Initially known for its leadership in the treatment of hyperpigmentation with the Obagi Nu-Derm® System, Obagi Medical products are designed to address a variety of skin concerns, including premature aging, photodamage, skin discoloration, acne, and sun damage. As the fastest-growing professional skincare brand in the U.S. in 2024,* Obagi Medical empowers individuals to achieve healthy, beautiful skin. More information about Obagi is available on the brand’s website, https://www.obagi.com.

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Founded by Michel Brousset and Hind Sebti, Waldencast’s ambition is to build a global best-in-class beauty and wellness operating platform by developing, acquiring, accelerating, and scaling conscious, high-growth purpose-driven brands. Waldencast’s vision is fundamentally underpinned by its brand-led business model that ensures proximity to its customers, business agility, and market responsiveness, while maintaining each brand’s distinct DNA. The first step in realizing its vision was the business combination with Obagi Medical and Milk Makeup. As part of the Waldencast platform, its brands will benefit from the operational scale of a multi-brand platform; the expertise in managing global beauty brands at scale; a balanced portfolio to mitigate category fluctuations; asset light efficiency; and the market responsiveness and speed of entrepreneurial indie brands. For more information please visit: https://ir.waldencast.com/. 

About Croma-Pharma GmbH 
Founded in 1976, Croma-Pharma GmbH is a family-owned global player in the field of minimally invasive aesthetic medicine. Headquartered in Leobendorf, Austria, the company specializes in the industrial production of hyaluronic acid syringes and distributes its products in more than 80 countries. Croma offers a comprehensive aesthetics portfolio including HA fillers, botulinum toxin, PDO threads, and biostimulators. Saypha(R) is a registered trademark of Croma-Pharma GmbH, used under license. Learn more at www.croma.at. 

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