Author: chloe

Chloe Adams writes about the infrastructure layer of crypto: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Layer 1 networks, stablecoins, DeFi and the regulation shaping how these systems are used. At BlockchainJournal, she pays close attention to protocol upgrades, network activity and adoption claims, separating meaningful ecosystem progress from technical noise or premature conclusions.When relevant, she also tracks regulatory developments and market reactions tied to core blockchain systems.

Zcash (ZEC) has extended its price breakout with volume support, sustaining bullish momentum for institutional and retail traders focused on privacy assets. According to market reports, ZEC gained 230% month‑over‑month and nearly 1,200% over the last three months, surpassing key technical resistances and triggering bullish continuation patterns. This move combines positive net inflows with an expected supply catalyst that could shift liquidity dynamics in the altcoin market.

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Solana’s price is struggling to find lasting support this November 6th. Data from Glassnode and technical analysis show a growing imbalance. The Solana price recovery faces renewed selling pressure, tilting the balance toward the bears. Despite a slight 1% rise in the last 24 hours, the asset has accumulated a worrying 31% drop over the past month. The early November crash pushed SOL near $146, but the subsequent rebound lost steam almost immediately.

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Cryptocurrency exchange OKX has officially launched its OKX Pay and OKX Card products in the Brazilian market. This strategic move introduces an advanced infrastructure for savings and stablecoin payments in Brazil. It seeks to offer an inflation-resistant alternative for local users, as announced by Guilherme Sacamone, CEO of OKX Brazil. The initiative aims to facilitate access to the digital dollar in a country with high digital asset adoption.

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Ripple has announced a $500M investment round led by Fortress and Citadel Securities, a move that strengthens the company’s funding profile and affects institutional investors, market counterparties, and corporate clients that use its services. The size and the leaders of the transaction suggest meaningful institutional backing that may condition liquidity, product development, and risk perception in primary and secondary markets; the headline does not include details on valuation, instrument type, or timing.

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Gemini is preparing to offer prediction market contracts, according to a Bloomberg report. The move could expand the platform’s derivative product suite and attract users interested in event-based markets. The development matters because it opens a new business line that raises operational and regulatory questions for operators and market participants.

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Ripple closed a $500 million capital round in November 2025 at a $40 billion valuation after a historic XRP rally. The operation, led by Fortress Investment Group with strategic participation from Citadel Securities, affects institutional investors, crypto markets and the company’s treasury strategy. The move strengthens Ripple’s ability to accumulate liquidity and expand its product initiatives.

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