Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani has been elected the next mayor of New York City, defeating former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, who had recently campaigned on a platform promising to turn the city into a hub for blockchain and crypto innovation.

According to The Data Nerd, 6 hours ago, MetaAlpha (0x96F...CB94) withdrew 6,800 ETH (approximately $22.72 million) from Binance and deposited them all into AAVE.

StraitsX is expanding its stablecoin network to link Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, and Japan, enabling real-time cross-border payments from 2026. The system will let travellers and merchants use local wallets while settlements happen instantly in domestic currencies, with XSGD facilitating the transactions behind the scenes.

Bitget is launching a limited-time promotional offer on stock contracts. During the promotion period, users trading stock contract pairs on the Bitget platform will enjoy a 90% reduction in transaction fees, meaning both pending orders and take orders will have a low fee rate of 0.0042%. For more details, please refer to the official Bitget platform. The promotion period is from 21:30 on November 5, 2025 to 23:59 on January 31, 2026 (UTC+8).

Former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes says rising US debt will force the Federal Reserve into “stealth QE,” quietly injecting liquidity that could reignite Bitcoin’s next rally. source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-below-100k-analysts-bullish-outlook?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound

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Bybit introduces Lit Protocol (LITKEY) on its platform with a $9M trading contest, enhancing exposure and potential user activity. source: https://coincu.com/news/bybit-lists-lit-protocol-litsplash/

Renowned investor and “Shark Tank” personality Kevin O’Leary acknowledged Tuesday the enhanced role of artificial intelligence and blockchain technology in driving cost efficiency and productivity across sectors. source: https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/11/48646972/kevin-oleary-says-ai-no-longer-hype-but-real-driver-of-productivity-as-bitcoin-miners-accelerate-shift-into-ai-infrastructure-business?utm_source=cryptopanic.com&utm_campaign=partner_feed&utm_medium=partner_feed&utm_content=site

It’s no secret that the blockchain is built on the ideal of radical transparency, where every transaction is etched onto a shared ledger. Yet that openness has fostered a darker side where users’ activities and balances are left exposed for the world to see, often leaving them vulnerable to profiling, extortion, and in some cases, […] source: https://www.cryptopolitan.com/privacy-chains-are-safeguarding-transactions-in-an-open-ledger-world-heres-how/

Binance Alpha will list Aria Protocol (ARIAIP) on November 7th. Eligible users can claim the airdrop using Binance Alpha Points on the Alpha event page after trading opens on Alpha. Further details will be announced later.

According to PANews, Japanese cryptocurrency exchanges and financial firms are seizing opportunities to capitalize on growing investor interest in digital assets, driven by expectations of regulatory easing. By the end of July, Japanese investors' crypto assets reached a record 5 trillion yen, marking a 25% increase from the previous month. During the same period, Bitcoin, a major holding, saw a 15% increase in yen valuation. By the end of September, holdings slightly decreased to 4.9 trillion yen. Industry participants are preparing for accelerated growth, with discussions on regulatory changes potentially reducing taxes on crypto gains and relaxing restrictions on lending and asset securitization transactions to attract more retail investors. Coincheck's representative director, Satoshi Hasuo, highlighted the potential in the market, noting that securities accounts are approximately three times more numerous than cryptocurrency accounts, suggesting significant untapped potential. CJ Fong from market maker GSR mentioned increased interactions with Japanese exchanges and financial companies this year, aiming to enhance liquidity for digital assets. Bitbank's CEO believes that the Trump administration has influenced Japan's warming attitude towards cryptocurrencies. Currently, Japan's Financial Services Agency is refining regulatory amendment proposals, which are expected to be discussed in parliament and potentially implemented by 2026 or 2027.

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Key Takeaways:The U.S. ADP private employment report for October is expected to show an increase of 28,000 jobs, reversing last month’s decline of 32,000.Due to the ongoing government shutdown, non-farm payroll data has been unavailable for a second straight month.Economists caution that the ADP survey could be overestimating private sector strength, potentially leading to market volatility.Markets Await Key Employment IndicatorAccording to Odaily, the latest ADP private employment growth data will be released at 9:15 PM UTC on Wednesday. With the U.S. government shutdown disrupting regular economic reporting, investors are relying on ADP data for insights into labor market conditions.The report is expected to show a modest rebound of 28,000 jobs in October, signaling potential stabilization after the prior month’s 32,000 job loss.Economists Warn of Data DiscrepanciesAnalysts note that ADP data often diverges from official Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) figures. This time, uncertainty is heightened as the official non-farm payroll report, originally set for release this Friday, has been delayed indefinitely.Economists warn that the ADP survey may overstate job gains, potentially leading to market swings in equities, bonds, and the U.S. dollar when the figures are released.Investor Focus: Labor and LiquidityWith limited macroeconomic visibility, traders are closely monitoring employment data as a gauge of U.S. growth momentum and Federal Reserve policy direction.A weaker-than-expected ADP report could boost expectations for earlier rate cuts, while stronger data might reinforce the Fed’s cautious stance on inflation.

Former Australian NRL player Trent Merrin has been charged with stealing $140,000 in cryptocurrency and was arrested at his Barrack Point home. Police allege he accessed another person’s crypto account without permission, and he is due to appear in court on 3 December.

This article will explore how Ethereum, its Layer-2 ecosystem, and Solana are evolving to meet the growing on-chain demands.

Bitcoin’s bull run may be running out of steam. The world’s largest cryptocurrency has fallen back below the crucial $100,000 support line, triggering fresh fears of a deeper correction.

Forward Industries announced a $1 billion share buyback and filed a resale prospectus with the US SEC to strengthen investor confidence.

The era of private currencies, which can be spread globally and are unstoppable, has quietly arrived.

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Days after a false rumor surrounding Binance founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao which have cause a mass liquidation of the ASTER token which resulted in a 16% price freefall, the Binance founder is coming forward with a grand gesture to regain the trust of its users.