Crypto Market Tumbles as Jerome Powell Says December Rate Cut ‘Far From Certain’

- Meta launches WhatsApp standalone Apple Watch app for Series 4+ devices, enabling wrist-based messaging, calls, and media previews without iPhone dependency. - The app retains end-to-end encryption and introduces voice messages, emoji reactions, while signaling Meta's shift from Messenger to consolidate messaging under WhatsApp. - By expanding cross-device integration, WhatsApp gains a new engagement touchpoint for its 3B+ users, aligning with Meta's monetization strategies through ads and channel subscr

- Perp DEX trading volumes hit $1.2T in Oct 2025, driven by incentive programs and market liquidations. - Lighter (27% share) and BNB-backed Aster led growth, while Hyperliquid's share dropped to 10% despite strong fundamentals. - Sui blockchain's HyperSui raised $2M, signaling potential to boost DeFi TVL to $3B and drive SUI price to $11.20. - Analysts warn of structural challenges despite short-term growth, with volumes expected to stabilize unless new liquidation events occur.

- Bitcoin fell 3.4% in October amid geopolitical tensions and Trump's China tariffs, triggering $19B in liquidations despite a late 24-hour 0.54% rebound. - Institutional caution grew as Hargreaves Lansdown warned against Bitcoin's volatility, while Prenetics and Steak 'n Shake expanded crypto holdings and promotions. - Technical analysis highlights $106,600 as a critical support level, with a break potentially pushing prices toward $98,000–$100,000 for long-term buying opportunities. - November's trajecto

- YFI fell 5.18% in 24 hours, 6.64% in 7 days, and 46.1% annually, signaling prolonged bearish pressure and weak buyer interest. - Technical indicators suggest continued downside risk, with key support levels likely to be tested as consolidation extends. - A backtest hypothesis proposes shorting YFI after 10% declines, evaluating profitability through historical data from 2022-2025.