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DAILY MARKET OVERVIEW

A Crucial Week for Crypto

👋 Hey, Crypto Enthusiasts! There’s a lot happening beneath the surface, so let’s break it down.

This week is all about digestion. After last week’s heavy volatility, BTC and ETH are calming down and settling back into key support zones. Price action is still choppy, but BTC has now printed a higher low which means its higher timeframe structure remains bullish, even if the shorter term trend is still leaning bearish.

🐻 If BTC closes below $74k, that would shift the outlook and likely mark the start of a clear bear market.

👀 What we’re watching now is simple:

• A move above 89k could push BTC toward 93k to 95k for a relief bounce.

• A drop below 82k would put pressure back on the market and raise the chance of a test near 75k.

The interesting part is what’s happening outside of crypto. Stocks, bonds, and other risk assets all reversed last week’s drop. When traditional markets recover like this, it usually helps crypto stabilize too.

That’s one of the reasons BTC is holding up better than many feared.

⌚️ We’re in a reset phase. The market isn’t exploding upward, but it’s no longer free-falling either. BTC and ETH are holding key supports, traditional markets are improving, and the Dollar is losing momentum for now.

If prices stay steady through the week, we could see a cleaner relief move develop into early December.

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SOCIAL SENTIMENT

Lighter’s Quiet Rise

🕯️ Lighter a fairly new decentralized exchange is shaping up to be one of the more interesting projects in the market right now.

While most platforms have been bleeding liquidity, Lighter quietly posted another month of growth. TVL reached a new high at $1.21B and unique wallets climbed to 507k.

Trading activity is holding up as well. Open interest pushed to $1.7B and 30 day volumes reached $300B+. Current annualized revenue sits close to $330m which places Lighter among the highest earning protocols in the entire ecosystem.

The more important story is the shift happening behind the scenes. Robinhood made a strategic investment in Lighter, something they almost never do. This opens the door for future order routing from Robinhood’s 26M funded accounts directly through Lighter. If that materializes, Lighter moves from “fast growing DEX” to a core piece of trading infrastructure.

Ethereum developers have also started paying attention which adds another layer of validation. For a new derivatives exchange, that’s a meaningful signal that it’s being taken seriously by the ecosystem.

With fresh funding at a $1.5B valuation, accelerating metrics, and the potential for major integrations ahead, Lighter is gaining momentum at a moment when most platforms are moving in the opposite direction.

Definitely worth keeping on the radar. 👀 

NEWS OVERVIEW

The Latest Crypto Headlines 📰 

Texas begins building its Bitcoin reserve
Texas reportedly made its first $5 million IBIT purchase, marking the initial step in deploying the $10 million allocated for its bitcoin reserve.

KakaoBank starts developing its KRW stablecoin
KakaoBank has moved its Korean-won stablecoin into full development, accelerating the Kakao–Naver race to launch major stablecoin products.

Robinhood plans new derivatives exchange for prediction markets
Robinhood will launch a new derivatives exchange with Susquehanna, expanding deeper into prediction markets with operations targeted for 2026.

US Bancorp tests its own stablecoin on Stellar
U.S. Bancorp is testing a USD-backed stablecoin on Stellar, joining other major banks exploring compliant digital asset rails for payments.

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Summary From The Top Influencers 📷️ 

Altcoin Daily – BREAKING NEWS: United States Goes ALL-IN on CRYPTO!! (26.11.2025 Summary)

Altcoin Daily breaks down a wave of bullish U.S. crypto developments, highlighting key political moves, pro-crypto leadership changes, and state-level Bitcoin adoption. The U.S. appears to be embracing crypto at both the federal and state levels - and this could set the tone for the next phase of mainstream adoption.

Key Points – Aaron’s Take on the Political Crypto Pivot

• Trump’s Pro-Crypto Cabinet: Kevin Hassett, Trump’s top pick for Fed Chair, is a known crypto advocate and former Coinbase advisor. This follows the earlier firing of SEC Chair Gary Gensler and his replacement with a pro-Bitcoin regulator.

• Texas Buys Bitcoin: Texas became the first U.S. state to purchase Bitcoin, acquiring $10M worth through BlackRock’s IBIT ETF. The move reflects increasing state-level crypto adoption.

• Regulatory Reform Ahead: U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Besson and VP J.D. Vance have committed to removing barriers for crypto, aiming to provide regulatory clarity and embrace blockchain innovation.

• CFTC Approves Polymarket: The top crypto prediction market has gained official approval for U.S. brokerage trading - a milestone for integrating crypto into traditional finance.

• Support from Tech Leaders: OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and VC David Sacks emphasized the importance of Bitcoin as a global, decentralized currency, with growing belief that crypto is the industry of the future.

Final Takeaway
Aaron sees these developments as a long-term bullish catalyst. With clear pro-crypto leadership in place and institutional support growing, the U.S. may be positioning itself as the global hub for digital assets.

PaulBarronNetwork – Rate Cut Potential in December (26.11.2025 Summary)

Paul Barron explores the growing probability of a December interest rate cut and how it could impact crypto markets. With Fed sentiment shifting, political factors rising, and Ethereum-specific forecasts emerging, the macro setup could become a key crypto catalyst.

Paul’s Outlook – Key Points

• Rate Cut Odds Surge – The chance of a 25 bps rate cut in December has jumped from 33% to over 80% after Fed officials signaled concern over job market weakness.

• Fed Politics in Focus – Trump may replace Powell with a pro-crypto Fed Chair. Paul discusses the rise of a “shadow Fed” and the battle between pro-cut and hawkish members.

• ETH Bullish Setup – Tom Lee sees Ethereum reaching $7,000-$9,000 by January if macro conditions improve. He says crypto responds fastest to Fed policy shifts.

• MicroStrategy & Risk Sentiment – MSTR's stock slide is hurting crypto sentiment. Paul warns investors are watching MSTR as a proxy for BTC.

• Cathy Wood Still Bullish – Despite recent pullbacks, she remains confident in BTC and ETH long-term, expecting liquidity conditions to improve by year-end.

Final Takeaway
Paul believes crypto markets are entering a volatile but opportunity-rich period, hinging on the Fed’s December move and broader macro sentiment.

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