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It’s been another packed week for crypto, with regulators returning to work, markets on edge, and fresh momentum from ETFs and payment innovations.

#1 U.S. Shutdown Ends, Crypto Agencies Return to Work

Missed anything? Here’s your full breakdown. President Donald Trump has signed the funding bill that ends the record 43-day U.S. government shutdown, putting Washington back to work and restarting stalled crypto activity. Staff are returning to the SEC and CFTC, where ETF approvals and policy deadlines had been stuck in place.

— The White House (@WhiteHouse) November 13, 2025 The CFTC is also moving ahead with its Nov. 19 confirmation hearing for Mike Selig. The Treasury can now review feedback on the GENIUS Act. Markets, surprisingly, barely reacted even though past reopenings have sparked strong rallies.

#2 SEC’s Paul Atkins Pushes New ‘Token Taxonomy’ for Crypto Rules

SEC Chair Paul Atkins is signalling a major reset in how the U.S. looks at digital assets. Speaking at the Fed’s FinTech Conference, he said he’s considering a “token taxonomy” that makes it clear which tokens are securities and which aren’t.

Atkins believes most crypto assets fall outside securities law, including digital commodities, collectibles, and tools. Only tokenized securities would stay under strict SEC oversight. His aim is to give the industry firm rules without shutting down innovation, and let markets decide what succeeds.

#3 BTC Breaks Key Support; Sentiment Hits ‘Extreme Fear’ Zone

Bitcoin fell below $95,000 on Friday, setting off fresh worries as the market’s sentiment index plunged to 10, entering “Extreme Fear.” The drop below its 365-day moving average, a key support throughout this bull cycle, has traders watching for signs of a deeper correction.

With cost-basis levels showing early pressure, the market has become highly reactive. Every move around the next support zone is drawing quick responses, as both short-term traders and value buyers wait to see whether stability or more volatility comes next.

#4 XRP ETF Beats All 2025 Launches

Canary Capital’s new XRPC ETF had a strong first day, pulling in $58 million in trading volume and topping every other U.S. ETF launch this year. It even inched past Bitwise’s Solana ETF, which opened with $57 million. The gap is wide after that – the next-best 2025 fund trails by more than $20 million.

The early interest suggests institutions are ready to look beyond Bitcoin and Ether, with XRP’s payments-focused ecosystem giving the ETF an added edge despite little price reaction from the token itself.

#5 China Says U.S. Took $13B in Stolen Bitcoin – Crypto Cold War?

China has accused the U.S. of quietly taking control of 127,000 stolen Bitcoins from the 2020 LuBian mining pool hack, turning an old mystery into a fresh diplomatic flashpoint. Its cybersecurity agency says the attack used tools linked to “a state-level hacking organization,” suggesting possible U.S. involvement.

Washington rejects that outright, saying the BTC was seized legally in a fraud case. With $13 billion at the center, this dispute is now testing an already fragile relationship between the two global powers.

#6 Czech Central Bank Buys $1M in Bitcoin for Real-World Testing

The Czech central bank has bought $1 million worth of bitcoin, USD-based stablecoins, and a tokenised deposit as part of a new testing program. The portfolio, held outside the country’s official reserves, is meant to help the bank understand how digital assets work in practice – from key management and approvals to security checks and AML processes.

Governor Ales Michl said new payment and investment methods are emerging quickly, and the bank wants to be ready. The project will be reviewed over the next two to three years.

#7 CFTC Set to Approve Leveraged Crypto Trading in the U.S.

The CFTC is preparing to approve leveraged spot crypto trading in the U.S. as early as next month, a move that could finally bring margin trading for Bitcoin and Ethereum onto regulated exchanges. Acting Chair Caroline Pham confirmed the plan and said the agency is already speaking with CME, Cboe, ICE, Coinbase Derivatives and others.

By using its existing authority under the Commodity Exchange Act, the CFTC aims to offer a safer onshore alternative to offshore leverage – a shift that could draw serious institutional interest.

#8 Ethereum Locks In Dec. 3 for Fusaka Upgrade

Ethereum is gearing up for a major milestone on December 3 as the Fusaka Upgrade goes live. The update packs twelve EIPs and lifts block capacity from 45 million to 150 million gas, giving the network much-needed breathing room.

The standout features are PeerDAS, which speeds up Layer-2 processing, and Verkle Trees, which make storage lighter for validators. After smooth testnet runs and a $2 million bug bounty push, developers say the network is ready. For ETH, this could be the start of a stronger, more scalable phase.

#9 BNY Rolls Out First GENIUS-Act Reserve Fund for Stablecoin Issuers

BNY is wasting no time adapting to the GENIUS Act. The bank has launched the BNY Dreyfus Stablecoin Reserves Fund, a government money market vehicle built for stablecoin issuers now required to meet stricter reserve standards.

Analyst WrathofKahneman notes that the Act officially places stablecoin reserves under regulated banking oversight, and BNY’s new fund is one of the first designed for this shift. He also points out that Ripple’s RLUSD was already working with BNY even before the fund existed – a sign that major issuers prepared early.

#10 Michael Saylor Responds to Viral BTC Rumors

A flood of social posts this week claimed Michael Saylor’s Strategy had sold over $1 billion in Bitcoin after BTC slipped below $95K. But none of the facts back that up. Strategy hasn’t reported a single sale in 2025 and actually bought more Bitcoin this month, adding 487 BTC on November 10 after purchasing 397 BTC the week before.

Arkham says the large wallet transfers making the rounds are tied to a custodian change, not selling. Saylor also denied the rumor outright, repeating his long-standing “never sell” stance.

In the Spotlight 

There is no truth to this rumor. — Michael Saylor (@saylor) November 14, 2025 Here’s a few quick hits you shouldn’t miss! Visa Begins USDC Stablecoin Trials: The payments giant is testing USDC payouts through Visa Direct, letting businesses send money straight to stablecoin wallets for faster, borderless payments.

JPMorgan Launches JPM Coin on Coinbase’s Base Network: The banking giant has rolled out its blockchain deposit token for instant, round-the-clock settlements, linking Wall Street money directly to a public crypto chain.

Canary Capital Files for First MOG ETF: The firm has applied to launch an ETF tracking the meme coin MOG, tapping rising demand for crypto funds as smaller tokens gain mainstream attention through community hype.

Institutions Plan Bigger Crypto Allocations Into Q4, says Sygnum: The bank’s survey shows 61% of investors increasing exposure this year, with rising demand for ETFs beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum as crypto becomes a key portfolio diversifier.

Grayscale Files for NYSE IPO: The crypto manager is seeking a public listing as industry exits accelerate, even as revenue softens but net income stays strong amid rising ETF competition.

What’s Next for Crypto?

  • With regulators back in motion globally, policy clarity is likely to accelerate across both markets and asset classes.
  • Institutional demand looks set to widen as ETFs, stablecoins, and deposit tokens push deeper into mainstream finance.
  • Market sentiment may stay sensitive, with volatility driving more cautious but opportunistic positioning from traders.
  • Cross-border payments and real-world adoption could pick up as banks, networks, and major payment players test new blockchain rails.
  • As upgrades and new rules roll out simultaneously, crypto enters a phase where infrastructure, regulation, and capital start aligning more closely.

Major shifts to expect ahead It’s been a busy phase for crypto, and the next few weeks should reveal how these shifts start to play out. We’ll keep you updated right here on Coinpedia.