Grayscale’s Dogecoin ETF could launch as soon as November 24, following a 20-day SEC review clock triggered after its registration filing. Bitwise also seeks automatic approval, marking a significant step in the institutionalization of meme coins.

These filings indicate a significant shift in regulatory oversight as Multiple asset managers now compete to bring Dogecoin into traditional portfolios through tax-efficient and regulated vehicles.

SEC Review Process Accelerates Approval Timeline

This faster timeline stems from Section 8(a) of the Securities Act of 1933. The provision allows registration statements to automatically become effective 20 days after filing, unless the SEC takes action.

Grayscale and Bitwise are using this to skip the more complex 19b-4 exchange rule procedure usually needed for ETF launches.

The official SEC guidance confirms that registration statements gain automatic effectiveness under Section 8(a) after 20 days. This shortcut has expedited product launches as institutional interest in cryptocurrency investment grows.

Bitwise filed its application on November 7. This could set the stage for a late November launch. Meanwhile, Balchunas predicts a November 24 launch for Grayscale, though he cautioned that confirmation depends on official exchange notice.

The SEC has acknowledged both filings, kicking off the regulatory review and public comment period.

Based on 20 day clock I believe Grayscale will be out with first Doge ETF in a week, 11/24. We'll see, won't be 100% till exchange notice, but based on SEC guidance it looks good. pic.twitter.com/mvlGsNyNVG

— Eric Balchunas (@EricBalchunas) November 17, 2025

Grayscale launched its Dogecoin Trust on January 31, 2025, as a precursor to the ETF application. The Trust enables investors to gain Dogecoin exposure without direct ownership, addressing custody and security concerns that have deterred many institutions.

Commodity Classification Boosts Approval Odds

Dogecoin’s likely classification as a commodity, rather than a security, now plays a significant role in its approval prospects.

This classification helps sidestep the legal issues that have slowed Solana and XRP ETF efforts, where securities status remains disputed.

The Federal Register filing for NYSE Arca’s proposed rule change directly references Dogecoin under Rule 8.201-E, which covers “Commodity-Based Trust Shares.”

This aligns with the Commodity Exchange Act and signals that both exchanges and the SEC consider Dogecoin a commodity fit for an ETF structure.

Bloomberg analysts predict a 90% chance of Dogecoin ETF approval, versus 95% for XRP. These estimates reflect rising confidence in the SEC’s openness to altcoin ETFs, following Solana ETF decisions earlier this year.

However, the process still requires a 240-day review window after publication in the Federal Register. During this window, public input can shape the SEC’s final decision. The Commission may delay, request amendments, or issue stop orders if investor protection or market integrity is compromised.

Industry-Wide Institutional Push Gains Momentum

Meanwhile, the race for a Dogecoin ETF now extends beyond Grayscale and Bitwise. Leading asset managers, such as 21Shares, Rex Shares, and Osprey Funds, have filed similar applications, signaling an industry-wide consensus that meme coins are growing into institutional-grade investment products.

21Shares filed its Dogecoin ETF registration on April 9, 2025, detailing custody with Coinbase Custody Trust Company. Using independent, regulated custodians answers SEC demands for secure storage and institutional compliance, removing a major barrier for traditional finance.

ETFs offer clear advantages over direct crypto holdings.

• In-kind creation and redemption allow tax efficiency.

• Regulated frameworks boost transparency and investor protection, features that spot trading lacks.

These benefits appeal to pension funds, endowments, and registered investment advisors with fiduciary obligations.

Industry observers predict that more than 200 crypto ETF approvals will be made by mid-2026. This trend could drive massive institutional capital flows and lower volatility, moving the market away from retail-dominated activity and closer to mainstream acceptance.

Despite this growing momentum, Dogecoin’s price has dropped, down 0.4499% in the last 24 hours. As of this writing, DOGE traded for $0.1543.

This suggests that ETF approvals may not deliver immediate gains, but steady institutional demand could eventually drive sustained growth.

The coming weeks will reveal whether regulatory timelines align with market expectations. Should Grayscale and Bitwise succeed in launching before year-end, Dogecoin would join Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana among the few cryptocurrencies available through US-regulated ETFs. Such a turnout would strengthen its status within the digital asset space.

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Two of the largest corporate players in cryptocurrency, MicroStrategy and BitMine, have just escalated a quiet accumulation war. One is doubling down on Bitcoin, the other is expanding its grip on Ethereum.

While each move looked routine at first glance, the scale and timing reveal something far more consequential building beneath the surface.

MicroStrategy Accelerates Bitcoin Buying as Pressure Mounts

MicroStrategy snapped up 8,178 BTC last week for roughly $835.6 million at an average price of $102,171 per coin. The firm now holds 649,870 BTC, acquired for $48.37 billion at an average cost basis of $74,433, according to a confirmed update shared by Michael Saylor and Strategy Inc.

Strategy has acquired 8,178 BTC for ~$835.6 million at ~$102,171 per bitcoin and has achieved BTC Yield of 27.8% YTD 2025. As of 11/16/2025, we hodl 649,870 $BTC acquired for ~$48.37 billion at ~$74,433 per bitcoin. $MSTR $STRC $STRD $STRE $STRF $STRK https://t.co/HI1TeYOvQ9

— Michael Saylor (@saylor) November 17, 2025

The aggressive move comes just days after Saylor promised that the market would be pleasantly surprised.

“We’re buying quite a lot… people will be pleasantly surprised.” He added that Strategy is “always buying” and now controls 3.1% of the Bitcoin network.

While MicroStrategy’s BTC yield for 2025 stands at 27.8%, the purchase sparked an immediate wave of commentary and controversy.

Lookonchain verified that the company sits on $12.88 billion in unrealized profit (+27%), even after the latest dip. But the crypto community remains split. On one side, analysts argue that MicroStrategy’s structure is sound.

“Even if BTC drops -70%, Saylor still won’t have to sell… There’s no margin call,” analyst Miles Deutscher noted.

Jeff Dorman added that concerns about forced selling are “not even remotely a concern,” citing low interest expense, positive cash flow, and Saylor’s 42% ownership, which prevents activist intervention.

On the other hand, critics like goldbug Peter Schiff argue that the strategy is fragile, with Dom Kwok, a popular user on X, echoing the sentiment.

“MSTR will be forced to sell its BTC to make interest payments… it’s sell bitcoin or bust,” he claimed.

Even market watchers questioned the rollout. Analyst AB Kuai Dong highlighted that Strategy posted, then deleted, its announcement within minutes, calling it “amateurish,” and noting that MSTR fell 3% in pre-market despite the bullish purchase.

BitMine’s Ethereum Grab Signals a Corporate Race for Treasury Dominance

As MicroStrategy expands its Bitcoin empire, Tom Lee’s BitMine is executing a parallel strategy on Ethereum, but at an even larger scale. BitMine now holds almost 3.6 million ETH tokens, representing 2.9% of the total supply, according to its official November update. The firm purchased 54,156 ETH in a single week.

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BitMine provided its latest holdings update for Nov 17th, 2025:

$11.8 billion in total crypto + "moonshots":
-3,,559,879 ETH at $3,120 per ETH (Bloomberg)
– 192 Bitcoin (BTC)
– $37 million stake in Eightco Holdings (NASDAQ: ORBS) (“moonshots”) and
– unencumbered cash of…

— Bitmine (NYSE-BMNR) $ETH (@BitMNR) November 17, 2025

At current valuations, the company holds $11.8 billion in a combined mix of crypto, cash, and “moonshot” investments, including 3,559,879 ETH, 192 BTC, $607 million in cash, and strategic equity positions.

Fundstrat data, corroborated by the StrategicETHReserve.xyz dashboard, confirms BitMine is now the leading Ethereum treasury globally and the second crypto treasury overall, behind MicroStrategy.

In his November message, Lee argued that the crypto cycle peak is still 12–36 months away, breaking from traditional four-year expectations. He said the recent weakness reflects a market maker undergoing balance sheet stress, a temporary form of “QT” for the crypto ecosystem.

“Crypto prices have not recovered since the liquidation event on October 10… The lingering weakness has the hallmarks of a market maker suffering from a crippled balance sheet,” read an excerpt in the announcement, citing Lee.

He added that tokenization on Ethereum is a “major unlock” and compared current regulatory moves, such as the GENIUS Act and the SEC’s Project Crypto, to 1971’s end of the Bretton Woods era.

BitMine’s stock reflects rising institutional attention, with trading volume of $1.4 billion per day, ranking 48th in the US, ahead of DoorDash.

Together, MicroStrategy’s BTC build and BitMine’s ETH accumulation mark the clearest trend of 2025, that crypto is becoming a battlefield for corporate treasuries.

With Saylor targeting deeper Bitcoin control and BitMine pushing toward the “Alchemy of 5%,” the market may be entering its first true multi-chain corporate accumulation era, one driven not by retail cycles, but by balance sheets, liquidity channels, and long-duration conviction.

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Cboe Global Markets is ushering in a new era for US crypto derivatives. The exchange operator announced today that its Cboe Futures Exchange (CFE) will begin offering Continuous Futures for Bitcoin (PBT) and Ether (PET) on December 15, 2025, pending final regulatory review.

This marks the first time that US-regulated markets will host perpetual-style crypto exposure, which has traditionally been offered only on offshore exchanges.

Cboe Brings Perpetual-Style Crypto Futures Into the US Regulatory Fold

The new products are designed to provide professional investors with long-term, capital-efficient exposure to the two largest digital assets. It eliminates the operational friction of rolling expiring futures.

Each contract will have a 10-year expiration and feature a daily cash adjustment. With this, it mirrors the mechanics of perpetual swaps while remaining fully compliant with US derivatives regulations.

Perpetual futures, one of crypto’s most traded products globally, have historically thrived on offshore venues. This is due to regulatory constraints in the US.

Cboe’s move brings a familiar, yet heavily supervised, version of this instrument to institutional desks. It seeks transparency, clear protections, and regulatory alignment.

“As perpetual futures have historically been traded offshore, Cboe is excited to help expand access to these products within a US-regulated, transparent, and intermediary-friendly environment,” said Rob Hocking, Global Head of Derivatives at Cboe.

He added that the structure enables more efficient portfolio and risk management. At the same time, it must provide investors with a controlled path to leveraged digital asset exposure.

Continuous Futures will be cash-settled, centrally cleared, and governed by CFTC-regulated standards via Cboe. Clear US Margin requirements will follow standard derivatives oversight.

Traders may gain cross-margining benefits with CFE’s existing Financially Settled Bitcoin (FBT) and Ether (FET) futures.

Designed for Capital Efficiency and Long-Term Exposure

The contracts will track Cboe Kaiko Real-Time Rates for both BTC and ETH. A daily “Funding Amount” similar to funding payments used in perpetual swaps will be applied to open positions. This will keep futures pricing aligned with spot markets.

“Bringing perpetual-style futures to US regulated markets addresses a real need for institutional investors seeking efficient, long-term crypto exposure,” said Anne-Claire Maurice, Managing Director of Derived Data at Kaiko.

She emphasized that the structure removes rolling risks while preserving transparency and oversight. This aligns with recent remarks from Youngsun Shin, Head of Product at Flipster, in an interview with BeInCrypto. According to Shin, risk management should be built into innovation itself.

Trading will be available 23 hours a day, five days a week, from Sunday evening to Friday afternoon (ET). Notably, this mirrors existing CFE crypto derivatives schedules.

Education and Market Preparation Begin

Recognizing the complexity and novelty of these products, Cboe’s Options Institute will host two public education sessions on December 17, 2025, and January 13, 2026.

These courses will help traders understand:

• Contract specifications,

• Funding calculations, and

• Strategic use cases, ranging from hedging and volatility trading to synthetic long-term positioning.

With institutional demand for regulated crypto exposure rising, especially amid expanding ETF markets, Cboe’s Continuous Futures could become one of the most significant structural upgrades to US crypto derivatives in years.

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Welcome to the US Crypto News Morning Briefing—your essential rundown of the most important developments in crypto for the day ahead.

Grab a coffee and settle in—this one might make you rethink what you thought you knew about crypto. In the past year, Bitcoin has surged dramatically, posting returns that rival traditional safe-haven assets. Yet, while some see a story of stability, others see lingering questions about risk, reward, and where cryptocurrencies really belong in a portfolio.

Crypto News of the Day: Crypto Returns Spark Fresh ‘Store of Value’ Debate

Since January 2024, Bitcoin ETFs have surged roughly 100%, mirroring the returns of physical gold ETFs, while the S&P 500 returned just 45%. This performance has sparked a fresh debate over Bitcoin’s role in investor portfolios: is it a “risk-on” asset like stocks, or a “store of value” like gold?

Since spot btc ETFs launched in Jan 2024, they’ve returned same % as physical gold ETFs…

Approx 100%.

S&P 500 has returned nearly 45%.

So is btc a “risk on” asset like stocks or “store of value” like gold?

— Nate Geraci (@NateGeraci) November 17, 2025

Nate Geraci, president of the ETF Store, highlighted the surprising parity, with the striking similarity to gold returns prompting investors to reassess Bitcoin’s traditional narrative.

While Bitcoin is widely viewed as a volatile, high-risk asset, its ETF performance over the past year has aligned with one of the most stable investment vehicles in history. Against this backdrop, investors weigh whether the risk is worth the return.

“I think the question for cripto is… especially ETH. Do you want to hold a high-volatility asset for that kind of return? ETH flat or down for the past 4/5 years,” one user chimed.

This remark highlights the challenge for investors, who see Bitcoin’s rally offering gold-like gains, but but the risks due to volatility remain a persistent threat for crypto as an asset class. Risk-adjusted returns remain a key factor when evaluating crypto’s place in a diversified portfolio.

Risks notwithstanding, BlackRock’s recent People & Money report reveals the growing retail appetite for ETFs, especially among younger investors. According to Nate Geraci’s summary:

• ETFs are the fastest-growing retail investment product over the last five years.
• 19 million US adults are likely to buy ETFs in the next 12 months, with 44% being first-time buyers, 71% under 45 years old.
• Equity and crypto will be the most popular allocations among these new investors, with 47% expected to invest in crypto ETFs.

This data highlights a generational shift in investing behavior. Younger investors are increasingly incorporating crypto into their portfolios alongside traditional assets. This shows that the market is growing faster than conventional wisdom suggests.

BlackRock Moves and Market Sentiment

Institutional activity adds another layer to the debate. Whale tracker reports indicate that BlackRock recently deposited 4,880 BTC, worth approximately $467 million, and 54,730 ETH valued at nearly $176 million into the Coinbase exchange.

BlackRock deposits 4,880 $BTC, worth $467.19 million, and 54,730 $ETH, worth $175.93 million into Coinbase – Arkham. pic.twitter.com/Q7RSl6c6k3

— Whale Insider (@WhaleInsider) November 17, 2025

The transaction marks the second move this month. Barely two weeks ago, the asset manager transferred 2,042 BTC, worth $213 million, and 22,681 ETH, valued at $80 million, to the same exchange.

Moving tokens to exchanges often suggest possible plans to sell, a move that could be bearish for Bitcoin and Ethereum prices.

“Last time they did this, the market dipped soon after. Now with Bitcoin sitting near $104K… is sub-$100K next?” Kyle Doops posed on X after the initial transaction.

Nonetheless, large transfers from major fund managers to exchanges could also mean strategic rebalancing.

With both possibilities likely to weigh on near-term price sentiment, it is worth noting that concentrated institutional holdings could amplify market swings, particularly in high-volatility environments.

Should Bitcoin be treated like digital gold, offering portfolio stability? Or is it a high-risk, high-reward asset akin to equities?

Looking ahead, retail and institutional flows, ETF innovation, and macroeconomic conditions will likely define crypto’s trajectory in 2026. As younger investors increasingly allocate to crypto ETFs, the market may see both rapid growth and heightened volatility, reinforcing the need for careful portfolio strategy.

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Here’s a summary of more US crypto news to follow today:

•  Top 3 price prediction Bitcoin, Gold, Silver: Flash reversal signals at key technical levels.
• XRP loses $16 million as crypto funds bleed $2 billion in policy chaos.
• A European Central Bank official warns about the potential impact of a stablecoin sell-off.
• Bitcoin falls harder than tech as Nasdaq Link tightens and skew turns negative.
• XRP price is one step from a breakdown — Or a cycle bottom?
• Bitcoin slides toward $95,000, long-term metrics say undervalued.
• Arthur Hayes’ portfolio drops over 30% — Should markets be worried?
• Death cross confirmed: Is Bitcoin bottoming or about to crash?

Crypto Equities Pre-Market Overview

Company	At the Close of November 14	Pre-Market Overview
Strategy (MSTR)	$199.75	$200.01 (+0.13%)
Coinbase (COIN)	$284.00	$284.44 (+0.15%)
Galaxy Digital Holdings (GLXY)	$26.34	$26.30 (-01.15%)
MARA Holdings (MARA)	$11.99	$12.05 (+0.50%)
Riot Platforms (RIOT)	$13.95	$13.96 (+0.072%)
Core Scientific (CORZ)	$14.93	$15.01 (+0.54%)

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Welcome to the US Crypto News Morning Briefing—your essential rundown of the most important developments in crypto for the day ahead.

Grab a coffee because of how whales are splitting. Institutions are quietly loading up, and Tom Lee’s BitMine is moving faster than anyone as a major on-chain pattern breaks. With Ethereum (ETH) stuck in the $3,100 range, and volatility spiking across the market, a new battle line is forming between panic sellers and high-conviction buyers.

Crypto News of the Day: BitMine Buys 9,176 ETH From Galaxy Digital OTC

Ethereum’s biggest players are suddenly split, and Tom Lee’s BitMine is moving faster than anyone. As ETH hovers near $3,100 with mixed technical signals, whales are either panic-selling at breakeven or doubling down with record-size buys. BitMine has firmly chosen its side.

Despite a sharp market downturn, BitMine continues to accumulate at scale. On-chain data from Lookonchain shows a new BitMine-linked wallet, 0x9973, receiving 9,176 ETH, valued at $29.14 million, directly from a Galaxy Digital OTC wallet.

“Despite the market downturn, Tom Lee’s Bitmine is still buying $ETH,” Lookonchain reported, highlighting Lee’s aggressive strategy.

This follows earlier activity confirming a total accumulation of 19,500 ETH in BitMine, positioning the firm among the most active institutional buyers in November.

🚨 BREAKING

WHALES AND INSTITUTIONS ARE BUYING THE DIP!

SATOSHI WHALE BOUGHT 420,000 $ETH
FIDELITY BOUGHT 2,000 $BTC
STRATEGY BOUGHT 17,600 $BTC
BITMINE BOUGHT 19,500 $ETH
ANCHORAGE DIGITAL BOUGHT 4,000 $BTC

CRAZY ACCUMULATION HAPPENING BEHIND THE SCENES RIGHT NOW 🤯 pic.twitter.com/sLAjIyBYKR

— 0xNobler (@CryptoNobler) November 14, 2025

Whales Break Pattern: Some Sell at Breakeven, Others Buy Billions

A closer look at additional on-chain transactions suggests that broader whale activity is fragmented. A long-term holder, wallet 0x0c19, has just sold 2,404 ETH tokens, valued at $7.7 million, which they had held since August 2021. At today’s prices, the whale appears to be exiting at breakeven, signaling fading confidence after years of inactivity.

Meanwhile, a super-whale known as #66kETHBorrow is doing the opposite. They added another 16,937 ETH ($53.9 million), bringing their total to 422,175 ETH ($1.34 billion) in just a few days. Despite sitting on approximately $126 million in unrealized losses, this whale continues to accumulate with conviction.

Update:

Whale #66kETHBorrow just bought another 16,937 $ETH($53.91M)

Total purchases: 422,175 $ETH($1.34B)https://t.co/ULBnjVbQeV pic.twitter.com/KsrYQyRBJ7

— Lookonchain (@lookonchain) November 14, 2025

Machi Brothers Add Leverage Even While Deep in the Red

Traders Machi Big Brother and Machi Small Brother have also doubled down. Both increased their long positions on Hyperliquid:

• Machi Big Brother: 7,400.7 ETH ($23.55 million), liquidation at $3,040
• Machi Small Brother: 5,000 ETH ($15.9 million), liquidation at $2,794

Lookonchain notes that both traders added margin as ETH fell to avoid liquidations, signaling confidence in a rebound despite being heavily underwater.

Tornado Cash Wallet Sparks Richard Heart Speculation

Elsewhere, a Tornado Cash-linked wallet, 0xa13C, sold 4,978 ETH ($16.29 million) at $3,273. On-chain data shows this same entity previously deposited 162,937 ETH, funds associated by analysts with Richard Heart, founder of HEX and PulseChain.

Another wallet, 0xa13C, received 4,978 $ETH ($16.29M) from https://t.co/11PfRBP2j2 and sold it at $3,273 eight hours ago.

Previously, Richard Heart(@RichardHeartWin, founder of HEX, PulseChain, and PulseX) deposited all 162,937 $ETH($619M) he bought at $3,800 last year into… https://t.co/nbrxNGoQX4

— Lookonchain (@lookonchain) November 14, 2025

No confirmation has surfaced, but the sale adds to the narrative of whale divergence.

“Crazy accumulation happening behind the scenes,” DeFi researcher 0xNobler said.

The next major catalyst for Ethereum arrives in December, the Fusaka upgrade. Crypto Rover noted that the smaller Pectra upgrade pushed ETH up 50%, adding weight to expectations for renewed volatility.

The massive $ETH Fusaka upgrade is coming this December.

The smaller Pectra update pushed $ETH up 50%.

Prepare accordingly. pic.twitter.com/RVixSNLEOO

— Crypto Rover (@cryptorover) November 14, 2025

With whales deeply divided and institutions silently accumulating, Ethereum’s next move may hinge on whether BitMine and other large buyers can flip sentiment before December’s upgrade window.

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Here’s a summary of more US crypto news to follow today:

• UAE’s new law sparks ‘Bitcoin ban’ fears after harsh penalties.
• How Grayscale holds XLM as the price drops more than 50%.
• Democrats and Republicans find rare common ground on Bitcoin, new data shows.
• Analysts liken stress levels to FTX era as crypto liquidations exceed $1.1 billion.
• Circle stock sinks back to IPO Price amid rising insider unlocks and volatility fear.
• Not ETF buzz, nor whales — This group can save Dogecoin (DOGE) price from a breakdown.
• Bitcoin death cross in 48 hours — is this the real bottom or a drop to $70,000?
• Nearly $5 billion in Bitcoin and Ethereum options expire today amid a market on edge.

Crypto Equities Pre-Market Overview

Company	At the Close of November 13	Pre-Market Overview
Strategy (MSTR)	$208.54	$202.41 (-2.94%)
Coinbase (COIN)	$283.14	$274.51 (-3.05%)
Galaxy Digital Holdings (GLXY)	$27.24	$26.06 (-4.33%)
MARA Holdings (MARA)	$12.78	$12.35 (-3.36%)
Riot Platforms (RIOT)	$13.88	$13.30 (-4.18%)
Core Scientific (CORZ)	$15.16	$14.87 (-1.91%)

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Welcome to the US Crypto News Morning Briefing—your essential rundown of the most important developments in crypto for the day ahead.

Grab a coffee — this one’s worth sitting with. The once-unshakable link between MicroStrategy’s stock and its Bitcoin fortune is showing cracks. The company that turned corporate balance sheets into crypto vaults now faces a market reckoning as its long-standing Bitcoin premium has vanished. The timing could not be more symbolic.

Crypto News of the Day: MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin Premium Finally Breaks

MicroStrategy’s famed Bitcoin premium, a key symbol of institutional faith in the crypto market, has officially evaporated. This comes five months after the metric was under stress, reported in a mid-May US Crypto News publication.

The company’s market capitalization ($64.54 billion as of this writing) fell below the value of its Bitcoin holdings ($66.15 billion), a first in years for the world’s largest corporate Bitcoin holder.

“Wait, what? MicroStrategy’s total market cap has already fallen below the value of the Bitcoin it holds!? … Now, the premium market for MicroStrategy has truly come to an end,” wrote analyst AB Kuai Dong.

Floating Profits Still Strong For Now As Financing Momentum Slows

Despite the loss of premium, MicroStrategy’s balance sheet remains deeply tied to Bitcoin’s performance. The firm holds 641,692 BTC at an average cost of $74,085 per coin, meaning it still enjoys roughly 39.10% in unrealized gains even if Bitcoin retraces to $102,918, Dong noted in a follow-up post.

MicroStrategy has built its massive Bitcoin position through a unique and aggressive convertible bond financing model.

Unlike Tom Lee’s BitMine Immersion, discussed in the previous US Crypto News, MicroStrategy’s allows the company to acquire Bitcoin without diluting its shareholders.

Investors purchasing these bonds typically accept lower yields in exchange for the potential to convert them into shares at a later date. This is an attractive proposition if both MicroStrategy’s stock and the Bitcoin price rise.

“…once MSTR gets the money, it will directly go buy BTC. If BTC rises in the future and the stock price rises in tandem, investors will convert the bonds into shares and earn more money. In this way, the debt issued by Strategy disappears into thin air,” Dong explained.

However, Dong warned that MicroStrategy’s financing momentum has begun to weaken, with the company’s stock price under pressure and bond buyers growing more cautious.

“After the stock price performs poorly, will anyone still buy the new bond issuances? The amount of Bitcoin they add each week has shown a clear trend of decreasing, with some insufficiency in financing momentum,” he posed.

Market observers have also confirmed this slowdown. Crypto commentator Sun Xinjin noted that MicroStrategy has not issued new convertible bonds since February 2025, shifting instead to preferred share offerings (the STR series) beginning in September 2025.

These preferred shares carry significantly higher interest rates, suggesting investors now demand stronger incentives amid tightening market conditions. Dong confirmed that the latest fundraising effort in Europe followed this newer structure.

Long-Term Bitcoin Holders Take Profits

The developments come as on-chain data shows long-term Bitcoin holders (LTHs) are increasingly taking profits near the $100,000 mark.

Analytics firm Glassnode reported that LTH supply is declining fast, with the net position change falling sharply into negative territory, signaling an acceleration in long-term distribution.

Long-term $BTC holders are accelerating their distribution, with supply declining fast and net position change falling sharply into negative territory.
LTHs are booking profits as bulls defend $100k. https://t.co/yatqA1O7nd pic.twitter.com/rZ8XMSRZXR

— glassnode (@glassnode) November 13, 2025

Chris Kuiper, vice president of research at Fidelity Digital Assets, echoed this trend, saying that the recent price stagnation has left many veteran holders fatigued.

“Bitcoin’s performance has recently lagged gold’s, even the S&P, and people are getting tired…Long-term holders are looking to make year-end tax and positional changes, calling it a day with the gains they already have,” Kuiper explained.

For MicroStrategy and its CEO, Michael Saylor, this moment marks a critical test. The firm remains profitable on paper but faces tightening financing options and shifting investor sentiment.

As bond markets cool and Bitcoin holders take profits, the company’s ability to sustain its accumulation strategy may hinge on whether Bitcoin’s next leg higher materializes before 2026.

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Here’s a summary of more US crypto news to follow today:

• Big short investor exits Wall Street again —Is crypto the only trade left standing?
• XRP goes mainstream: First-ever US spot XRP ETF approved—trading starts tomorrow.
• Historic shutdown ends; Fed left blind without data as Congress presses forward.
• SharpLink’s Ethereum bet pays off: Massive Q3 profit and 1,100% revenue jump.
• Analysts reveal the chart that predicts Bitcoin better than M2 ever did.
• Bitcoin stares at its next peak from the bottom, but one level blocks the view.
• Solana at a breaking point: $1,000 moonshot or crash back to $100?
• BitMine stock (BMNR) holds a bullish structure, but one roadblock remains.
• Will crypto crash in 2026 – Predicting the next bear market.

Crypto Equities Pre-Market Overview

Company	At the Close of November 12	Pre-Market Overview
Strategy (MSTR)	$224.61	$225.70 (+0.49%)
Coinbase (COIN)	$304.00	$305.00 (+0.33%)
Galaxy Digital Holdings (GLXY)	$31.27	$31.42 (+0.48%)
MARA Holdings (MARA)	$14.41	$14.40 (-0.069%)
Riot Platforms (RIOT)	$15.46	$15.42 (-0.26%)
Core Scientific (CORZ)	$16.44	$16.37 (-0.435%)

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