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Bitnomial, a Chicago-based derivatives exchange, is preparing to roll out the first spot cryptocurrency trading platform overseen by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).The Chicago-based derivatives exchange’s self-certified rules became effective Friday, authorizing it to list both leveraged and non-leveraged spot crypto products. The approval opens the door for customers to buy, sell and finance digital assets directly on a federally regulated commodities exchange — a first in the U.S. market.Caroline Pham, the acting head of the CFTC, said in November that it was in talks with regulated exchanges over the potential launch of spot crypto products.Bitnomial’s approval lands…

Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has reignited some discussion around Bitcoin, describing it as a “fundamental physics-based currency” grounded in energy.  Speaking on a recent podcast with Nikhil Kamath, Musk emphasized that Bitcoin’s value is tied to real-world energy expenditure, highlighting a distinction between digital assets and traditional fiat currencies. “Energy is the true currency,” Musk said. “This is why I said Bitcoin is based on energy. You can’t legislate energy. You can’t just, you know… pass a law and suddenly have a lot of energy.”  The Tesla founder drew attention to the difficulty of producing and harnessing energy,…

Bitcoin (BTC) failed to reclaim $93,000 despite positive momentum in the US stock market and rising gold prices. With the S&P 500 trading just 1% below its all-time high, traders are evaluating what could spark sustainable bullish momentum for Bitcoin.Key takeaways:Demand for BTC put (sell) options and stagnant ETF inflows kept momentum capped despite easing macroeconomic conditions.AI-driven tech relief has cut market stress, but BTC strength relies on holding $90k as investors bet on liquidity support amid softer job market data. Fed target rate expectations for Dec. 10. Source: CME Group FedWatch ToolBond market futures data from CME Group shows…

DMND, a new mining pool built around Stratum V2 which began taking applicants for a soft private launch earlier this year, is now open for all miners to create accounts. Miners can register here to begin onboarding.  DMND’s full public launch comes after a successful SOC 2 Type 2 audit, proving compliance with security policies necessary for large scale miners.  “With our SOC 2 Type 2 compliance and streamlined business verification practices, the DMND pool is built for operators who value security, transparency, and professional-grade standards,” said DMND Co-Founder & CEO, Alejandro De La Torre. “Combined with miner-controlled block construction,…

The recovery in crypto assets comes alongside improved global risk appetite, investor sentiment, and positive macroeconomic signals. Over the last few days, bitcoin and other crypto assets witnessed a steady but cautious recovery from the extreme bearishness seen last week. The broader crypto market staged a gradual recovery after many assets plummeted to levels not seen in seven months. As expected, the recent sell-off affected the derivatives market. However, as the market is recovering, derivatives contracts are also stabilizing. The crypto exchange Bybit has published a report in collaboration with the data and analytics platform Block Scholes, revealing how well the…

Bitcoin continues to trade within a decisive corrective structure, pressing against a key resistance block at $91K–$93K after a sharp bounce. Despite the recent recovery, the broader trend remains tilted to the downside, and the daily chart suggests BTC is approaching a confluence area where the next major directional move will likely be determined. Bitcoin Technical Analysis By Shayan The Daily Chart Bitcoin remains inside a well-defined descending channel, with the price currently testing the mid-range of this structure. The recent rebound from the $80K–$83K demand zone marked the most aggressive buyback of the past month, but the move has…

Disclosure: This is a paid article. Readers should conduct further research prior to taking any actions. Learn more ›The digital asset landscape has matured significantly over the past several years. Simple spot holding is no longer the only viable strategy for generating substantial returns. Today’s market rewards precision, algorithmic discipline, and above all else, liquidity.For skilled traders, the barrier to entry is rarely knowledge. Instead, it is capitalization. A trader may possess a strategy with a high Sharpe ratio and disciplined risk management, yet find their growth stunted by a personal account size that renders the math irrelevant.This disconnect between…

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao’s blunt reminder about buying low and selling high landed at a tense time for crypto traders. His line — “Sell when there is maximum greed, and buy when there is maximum fear” — was posted as markets showed fresh signs of strain and debate over whether now is a buying moment or another stall. Related Reading CZ’s Message Meets Extreme Fear According to the Crypto Fear & Greed Index, sentiment recently climbed to 20, moving out of “Extreme Fear” after a streak of low readings. The index had hit a yearly low of 10 on Nov.…

China’s central bank has reiterated that digital assets remain illegal in the country. It said cryptocurrencies and related business activities continue to pose financial risks and fall short of core compliance requirements.The People’s Bank of China said the prohibition remains in force following a November 28 coordination meeting.Sponsored SponsoredWhy is China Maintaining its Strict Crypto Ban Stance?At the meeting, the bank reiterated that digital assets do not share the legal status of fiat currency and are not permitted as a means of payment in commercial transactions. It added that crypto-linked business activity constitutes illegal financial activity under Chinese law.The PBOC…

Crypto whales have started making clear moves as December approaches, and their activity reveals where big money expects the next phase of strength to come from. Instead of selling into the late-November volatility, large holders have been increasing exposure across a mix of mid-caps and large-caps. The buying has also appeared while prices were stabilising, which makes the accumulation more meaningful. These patterns give an early look at which assets whales believe can deliver gains in December.Ethena (ENA)Ethena (ENA) stands out as one of the clearest signals of what crypto whales are buying for potential gains in December. The token…