Publicly listed financial services company SoFi has launched SoFi Crypto, allowing users to trade Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and other crypto assets, while also accessing the company's other banking services. This launch marks the company's first return to the cryptocurrency space since 2023, after it discontinued its cryptocurrency service following "careful consideration."

Coinbase has abandoned its plans to acquire UK-based stablecoin infrastructure company BVNK, ending previously progressing negotiations for a potential $2 billion takeover. A Coinbase spokesperson stated, "After discussing the possibility of acquiring BVNK, both parties agreed not to pursue the matter further."

The Central Bank of Brazil has officially announced a regulatory framework for the cryptocurrency industry, requiring all Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) to obtain a license from the central bank and hold at least 10.8 million to 37.2 million reais (approximately US$2 million to US$7 million) in capital, depending on the type of business. The new regulations bring cryptocurrency activities under the supervision of the foreign exchange and capital markets, requiring companies to regularly report cross-border transaction data and imposing restrictions on transactions involving stablecoins, self-custodied wallets, and cryptocurrency-to-fiat currencies.

According to Polymarket forecasting data, there is a 95% chance that the U.S. government will reopen by the end of this week.

According to the announcement from Binance, the platform is set to introduce a series of new offers in its Yield Arena, providing users with opportunities to earn rewards through various financial products. These offerings include Simple Earn, ETH Staking, SOL Staking, and Dual Investment, among others. The Earn Spotlight Limited-Time Offers will feature USDe, where eligible users holding at least 0.01 USDe for 24 hours can enjoy a 6% APR from 2025-11-07 00:00 (UTC) to 2025-11-13 23:59 (UTC). Simple Earn products will also be available, with USDC Flexible Products offering up to 5.6% APR from 2025-11-10 00:00 (UTC) to 2025-11-23 23:59 (UTC), and WCT Flexible Products providing up to 25% APR from 2025-11-04 00:00 (UTC) to 2025-12-02 23:59 (UTC). Additionally, SEI Locked Products will offer Boost APR rewards between 2025-11-06 00:00 (UTC) and 2026-01-04 23:59 (UTC). On-Chain Yields will include the Aave-Plasma USDT Locked Product, offering up to 4.5% APR in USDT from 2025-09-25 12:00 (UTC). Dual Investment subscribers participating in the November Monthly Leaderboard program can earn up to $5,888 in rewards between 2025-11-03 05:00 (UTC) and 2025-11-30 23:59 (UTC). Flexible Products such as USDT, ETH, SOL, and KAVA will offer real-time APRs with additional bonus tiered APRs, while Locked Products like 0G, MMT, SEI, and APE will provide significant APRs with Boost options. SOL Staking will offer a dynamic APR of approximately 5.5%, and Dual Investment will feature multiple settlement dates with 15% or more APR. These offers are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and Binance reserves the right to adjust APRs without prior notice.

According to the announcement from Binance, a new campaign on CreatorPad offers verified users the opportunity to earn 11,760 Injective (INJ) token vouchers by completing specific tasks. CreatorPad, a feature on Binance Square, allows users to engage in activities to earn token rewards. The campaign runs from 2025-11-12 09:00 (UTC) to 2025-12-12 09:00 (UTC). The campaign introduces a Mindshare Leaderboard, which evaluates users' content based on quality and relevance. Users who produce thoughtful and consistent posts can improve their rankings. To participate, verified Binance users must complete several tasks, including following the project's account on Binance Square and X, creating content with specific hashtags, and trading a minimum of $10 equivalent in INJ on Binance Spot, Futures, or Convert. Eligible participants will be ranked based on the leaderboard results at the end of the activity. The top 100 creators will share 8,232 INJ, while remaining participants who complete all tasks will share 3,528 INJ. Rewards will be distributed as token vouchers within 14 working days after the campaign ends, with a validity period of seven days. Participants must adhere to Binance's guidelines, including maintaining campaign-related posts for 60 days post-activity and ensuring compliance with community standards. Accounts identified as high-risk or engaging in suspicious activities will be disqualified. Binance reserves the right to amend the terms and conditions of the campaign at its discretion. Users are encouraged to verify their accounts to qualify for rewards, and any breach of guidelines may result in disqualification.

Tether has hired two senior gold traders from HSBC to expand its growing bullion operations, adding to its $12 billion in physical gold reserves. The move marks a deeper push into hard assets as the company shifts its stablecoin backing away from traditional fiat investments.

Visa has unveiled a new pilot program that brings stablecoin payments directly to the wallets of creators and gig workers, a major step toward merging traditional finance with Web3 infrastructure. source: https://www.ethnews.com/visa-launches-stablecoin-payout-pilot-for-creators-and-gig-workers/

In a recent report, Wall Street brokerage Bernstein stated that as the U.S. crypto regulatory framework gradually takes shape, the country is moving towards a crucial stage in becoming a global crypto capital hub. The report points out that the enactment of the GENIUS Act has driven the expansion of the stablecoin market, pushing the total supply of dollar-denominated stablecoins above $260 billion. The CLARITY Act, expected to be introduced by the end of 2025, will for the first time clearly define the market structure of U.S. digital assets, clarify the regulatory boundaries between the SEC and CFTC, and end years of regulatory uncertainty. Bernstein's analyst team stated that Project Crypto, led by SEC Chairman Atkins, is at the heart of this transformation, aiming to deeply integrate the securities market with blockchain infrastructure and exclude most crypto assets from securities laws, thereby allowing tokenized stocks and bonds to circulate under a unified regulatory system. The report also points out that US crypto ETF assets have reached $160 billion, with institutional investors accounting for about a quarter; since the beginning of 2024, crypto companies have raised over $4 billion in IPOs, and the total market capitalization of listed crypto companies has increased from $80 billion to $380 billion. Coinbase and Robinhood have been included in the S&P 500 index. Bernstein believes that a clear regulatory path, the return of institutional capital, and the maturity of on-chain financial infrastructure are driving a more sustainable new crypto cycle (CoinDesk).

"Dormant Dogecoin wallets, which have remained inactive for an extended period, are now starting to wake up and take profits. This resurgence of activity among previously silent investors raises several questions about its potential implications for the future price movements of DOGE. Here is an in-depth analysis of how this trend could affect the next significant movement in the Dogecoin market and what it signals for traders and investors." source: https://blocknews.com/dormant-dogecoin-wallets-wake-up-and-take-profit-here-is-how-it-could-impact-the-next-doge-move/

This article will explore how changes in supply structure, institutional demand, and declining volatility are reshaping the market structure of Bitcoin.

The world might be able to manage a record wave of new liquefied natural gas production. But a lot depends on how governments handle clean energy targets and whether renewable sources expand, according to a new assessment from the International Energy Agency. In its World Energy Outlook published Wednesday, the IEA bumped up its overall […] source: https://www.cryptopolitan.com/iea-peak-oil-demand-could-grow-2050/

Stablecoin payment company Transak has just secured six U.S. state Money Transmitter Licenses (MTLs) in six different states—, in Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, South Carolina, Vermont, and Pennsylvania — in its mission to achieve direct licensing coverage across all 50 states.

Why the most overlooked asset in cryptocurrency may actually be the most important asset.

China has accused the U.S. of seizing 127,000 bitcoin, worth around $13 billion, in what it calls a state-backed cyber operation rather than a legal asset confiscation. The U.S. says the coins were linked to a Cambodian crypto fraud case, but China argues the seizure shows government-level involvement.

If the previous cycle was about "cryptocurrencies fighting against regulators," then this cycle is more like "cryptocurrency developers pursuing compliant development within a regulatory framework."

Bitcoin (BTC) surged this week, climbing 6.7% to break past the $106,000 mark as optimism swelled around a U.S. Senate bill expected to end the longest government shutdown in American history.

The next edition of Blockchain Life will take place in Dubai on December 1-2, right on the eve of the Formula 1 Grand prix.

Digital asset treasuries (DATs) have become one of the explosive phenomena of this crypto cycle, but most of these stocks are now marginalized. This article will delve into the root causes of DAT's continued underperformance and the potential risks if the market shifts towards DATs.

Character.AI faced a wave of users quitting after a viral screenshot showed its emotional account deletion message, sparking backlash over manipulation and dependency. The company’s new CEO has since defended stricter safety rules and a ban on under-18 users, saying some user loss is expected.