November ended on a strong note for the Nasdaq Crypto IndexTM (NCITM), which rose 3.4% for the week despite Bitcoin (BTC) only up 0.3%. Ethereum (ETH) stood out, surging 10.5%, while Solana (SOL) fell 6.0%. The month was one of the best in the past two years, signaling the beginning of a long-awaited crypto bull market, as ETH rose in the aftermath of the US election and BTC's dominance feeling strong resistance around 60%, a level which in previous cycles has either marked the tail end of BTC's outperformance or the start of a new "altseason." In November, the NCI outperformed BTC (+38.0%) with an increase of 45.7%, bolstered by Ethereum rising 47.4% and Solana’s 42.5% upswing.
Bitcoin reserve bill introduced in Brazil
The bill proposes the creation of a Sovereign Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (RESBit) to diversify the National Treasury's financial assets, protect international reserves against exchange rate fluctuations and geopolitical risks, and foster blockchain technology adoption. The bill outlines a gradual acquisition of up to 5% of Brazil's international reserves in Bitcoin, managed by the Central Bank and the Ministry of Finance using advanced monitoring technologies. If approved, this project could mark a milestone in integrating cryptocurrencies into Brazil's economy, drawing global attention and strengthening the country's economic sovereignty.
Trump expected to give oversight of crypto to CFTC
President-elect Donald Trump’s administration is reportedly planning to shift the regulation of spot markets and cryptocurrency exchanges classified as commodities from the SEC to the CFTC, aiming to create a favorable regulatory environment. This change could ease the pressure on crypto companies, as the CFTC is viewed by many as more industry-friendly than the SEC and may facilitate the development of new products and enhance market confidence.
Russia approves crypto tax law recognizing crypto as property
Russia has enacted a law recognizing digital currencies as property, imposing a personal income tax of 13% on cryptocurrency earnings up to 2.4 million rubles and 15% on amounts exceeding that threshold. The only exception is crypto mining and, in that case, mining operators need to report their activities to local authorities, with non-compliance resulting in fines. This law brings regulatory clarity and legitimizes cryptocurrency activities within Russia, potentially increasing market participation and influencing global crypto asset valuations.
From Hashdex: Into the Mainstream: Hashdex’s 2025 Crypto Outlook
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