Day: November 7, 2025

Polymarket Trades Inflated by Wash Trading

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The rapid growth of the prediction market Polymarket may not be entirely organic but instead inflated by artificial trading activity, according to research published by Columbia University. In an 80-page paper titled “Network-Based Detection of Wash-Trading,” which has not yet undergone peer review, Columbia researchers identified extensive wash-trading activity on Polymarket beginning in July 2024. That month, they found that wash trades accounted for nearly 60% of the platform’s total trading volume. “This activity persisted through late April 2025 before subsiding substantially, and once again increased to about 20 percent…

AMD declines by 12% this week despite beating Q3 estimates

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Key Takeaways AMD’s stock fell 12% this week after releasing quarterly earnings. Earnings results were mixed: some metrics beat expectations, but revenue guidance disappointed. Share this article AMD, a semiconductor company emphasizing AI accelerators and data center technologies, fell about 12% this week after delivering quarterly results that beat expectations but offered a revenue forecast that tempered some investors’ hopes for even faster AI growth. The quarter’s strong sales and profit highlighted ongoing demand for AI and data center products, but cautious company guidance and broader tech sector profit-taking led…

Bitcoin sees liquidation magnets around $105K and $98K

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Key Takeaways Bitcoin has identified liquidation clusters around $105K and $98K, according to market analysis. These zones represent areas where large amounts of leveraged long and short positions are likely to be forcibly liquidated if the price moves to these thresholds. Share this article Bitcoin faces potential liquidation zones around $105,000 and $98,000, according to current market analysis. These price levels represent areas where concentrated leveraged positions could trigger forced closures if the leading crypto asset moves toward either threshold. Traders monitor liquidation clusters as key indicators of potential price…

Nvidia stock falls 5%, losing $800 billion since Monday

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Key Takeaways Nvidia’s stock fell 5% today, with market capitalization losses totaling $800 billion since Monday. Investor concerns mount as AI enthusiasm cools, prompting a reassessment of lofty tech valuations. Share this article Nvidia, a leading AI chipmaker, fell 5% today, extending its losses to $800 billion since Monday amid cooling AI hype and rising competition from emerging players. The decline reflects broader investor concerns over the sustainability of AI-driven growth, as market participants question lofty valuations in the tech sector. Heightened competition from rivals like AMD—which recently secured key…

What Happens If ETH Inflates and XRP Leads Liquidity

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What is the looming power shift between ETH and XRP? Since Ethereum’s Merge update in 2022, the network’s transition to a deflationary model has steadily reduced the supply of Ether (ETH), increasing its scarcity and reinforcing long-term investor confidence. The reduced supply has elevated ETH beyond a simple utility token, positioning it as a potential store of value within the broader cryptocurrency ecosystem. In contrast, XRP (XRP) has carved out a distinct role as a bridge asset, facilitating instant cross-border liquidity for banks and global payment networks. However, if ETH’s…

US Senate to Vote on Bill to Reopen Gov’t with Crypto Bill in Limbo

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The shutdown of the US government entered its 38th day on Friday, with the Senate set to vote on a funding bill that could temporarily restore operations. According to the US Senate’s calendar of business on Friday, the chamber will consider a House of Representatives continuing resolution to fund the government. It’s unclear whether the bill will cross the 60-vote threshold needed to pass in the Senate after numerous failed attempts in the previous weeks. Amid the shutdown, Republican and Democratic lawmakers have reportedly continued discussions on the digital asset…

More Trouble Ahead for Cardano’s Price?

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Cardano whales dumped 4M ADA in a week as price dropped 10%. Sentiment is bearish, but indicators hint at a possible short-term reversal. Cardano (ADA) has seen over 4 million tokens sold by large holders in the past week, according to on-chain analyst Ali Martinez. This move comes during a period of declining price action, with ADA down over 10% in the last seven days. Despite a brief 24-hour price bounce, the broader trend remains under pressure. Whales Reduce Holdings as Price Drops Wallets holding between 100,000 and 1,000,000…

JPMorgan discloses holding 5.3M BlackRock Bitcoin ETF shares, valued at $343M, up 64% since June

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Key Takeaways JPMorgan held 5.3 million Bitcoin ETF shares valued at $343 million as of September 30. This reflects a 64% increase in JPMorgan’s Bitcoin ETF holdings since June. Share this article JPMorgan, a major US bank, disclosed holding 5.3 million shares of BlackRock Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) valued at $343 million as of Sept. 30, representing a 64% increase since June, according to a new filing tracked by Macroscope. The bank’s expanded Bitcoin ETF position reflects the growing institutional adoption of crypto assets through regulated investment vehicles. Traditional financial institutions…

Commonware Raises $25M from Stripe-Backed Tempo

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Crypto infrastructure startup Commonware has raised $25 million in a funding round led by Tempo, a payments-focused blockchain network, underscoring a renewed effort to scale blockchain-based payment systems. The deal, first reported by Fortune on Friday, is notable because Tempo was launched in September by fintech giant Stripe and crypto venture firm Paradigm. Commonware said other investors participated in the round but declined to name them. Commonware develops open-source software that allows other companies to build and deploy their own blockchains, supporting the growing ecosystem of payment-oriented Web3 infrastructure. Commonware…

Finland to implement domestic crypto-asset reporting framework in 2026

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Key Takeaways Finland will adopt the OECD’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) in 2026 to enhance tax transparency for digital assets. Crypto exchanges and platforms in Finland will be required to collect and report users’ crypto transaction data to Finnish tax authorities. Share this article Finland is targeting 2026 to start implementing new domestic crypto-asset reporting obligations, joining global efforts to standardize tax transparency for digital assets, Bloomberg Tax reported Friday. The Nordic EU member state is adopting the OECD’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF), an initiative designed to enable automatic exchange…