Brink Funds First Third Party Security Audit of Bitcoin Core By Quarkslab

The Abu Dhabi Investment Council significantly increased its investment in Bitcoin during the third quarter, tripling its stake in BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust to nearly 8 million shares. This move reflects the council's view of Bitcoin as a long-term digital asset akin to gold.

VanEck analysts report that the recent selloff of Bitcoin is primarily driven by mid-cycle traders, while long-term investors, referred to as whales, continue to hold their positions. This trend indicates a divergence in market behavior, with short-term holders reacting to price fluctuations while long-term holders remain steadfast in their investment strategy.

Bitcoin's price has dropped to $88,890, nearing a seven-month low, reflecting a 4% decline on the day. The cryptocurrency market continues to experience significant downturns, with Bitcoin trading close to the bottom of its weekly range. This slump follows a broader trend of declining values across crypto stocks.

Kraken has confidentially filed for an initial public offering (IPO) in the U.S. through Payward, Inc. following a successful $800 million fundraising round that has valued the cryptocurrency exchange at $20 billion.

Mezo has partnered with Anchorage Digital to enhance institutional access to Bitcoin-based borrowing and yield opportunities. This collaboration aims to provide low-cost MUSD borrowing and new veBTC yield options through Mezo's Bitcoin-native finance platform, marking a significant step in the cryptocurrency sector.

New Hampshire has approved the world's first $100 million Bitcoin-backed municipal conduit bond, a decision made by the state's Business Finance Authority. This groundbreaking initiative aims to integrate digital assets into the traditional finance sector, potentially transforming municipal funding strategies and paving the way for other states to follow suit.

Bitcoin's price is currently struggling to maintain a level around $93,000 amid thin liquidity and leverage-driven volatility. This situation marks one of the most bearish periods in the 2025 cycle, as market structure faces critical breaks. The ongoing bearish sentiment is compounded by significant sell-offs from short-term holders, raising concerns about the cryptocurrency's stability.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has announced that U.S. national banks are permitted to hold cryptocurrency on their balance sheets specifically to pay for blockchain network fees and to test crypto platforms. This clarification is seen as a significant step in integrating cryptocurrency into traditional banking practices.