Several key Bitcoin metrics are beginning to exhibit bullish action once again alongside the renewed upward traction in the asset’s price. With this kind of trend that points to growing momentum, the crypto king appears to be gearing up for a pivotal shift driven by newfound appetite from investors.
A Key Market Shift Unfolding For Bitcoin
Bitcoin has experienced a rebound as the crypto landscape turns bullish again, sending its price back above the $90,000 mark. Following the bounce on Wednesday, the BTC market appears to have reached a critical junction as it hints at an impending shift in the current trend.
Delving into the market performance, Darkfost, an author at CryptoQuant and market expert, has outlined the key driver behind the unfolding shift. In the research shared on the X platform, the expert revealed that the market today is heavily driven by derivatives. In addition to the derivatives-driven market, 2025 has been the most speculative year Bitcoin has ever seen in its existence.
Another key driver highlighted by the market expert is the actions of investors in the United States and the renewed demand at the institutional level. Darkfost’s research hinges on a critical Bitcoin metric, one that shows the average evolution of the Coinbase Premium Gap in the monthly timeframe and the Spot Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) netflows.
Specifically, this metric is the Bitcoin ETF – Netflow USD Vs. Coinbase Premium. It is worth noting that the Coinbase Premium Gap calculates the pricing difference between Coinbase Pro and Binance. This helps illustrate the behavior of different groups of investors. While Coinbase Pro is typically used by institutions and whales, Binance, which has the largest volume, is available to everyone.
The Coinbase Premium Gap decreased from +$109 to -$40 since October 16, when Bitcoin was valued at almost $113,000. Such a drop suggests that institutional investors sharply decreased their positions.
BTC ETFs Netflows Impact On The Market
Interestingly, the trend was also observed in ETF netflows, which also flipped negative. During the period, BTC fell from $113,000 to $80,000, reflecting how much the US and institutional demand influence the market.
As seen in the past, large negative swings have frequently indicated market bottoms, provided that the trend thereafter begins to turn. A trend of this kind is what is playing out in the market today.
However, current data reveals that the Coinbase Premium Gap has bounced back to -$13 while the average ETF netflow is valued at around -$100 million. This comeback in both sectors indicates that in the near term, the situation seems to be improving, and BTC’s price is reacting appropriately to the crucial shift.
As a result, Darkfost predicts that a new all-time high for BTC may happen quickly if this pattern continues in the long run. The ongoing shift may be subtle, but it is noticeable as the market appears to be preparing for a phase that might largely change the course of Bitcoin.
Lawmakers on the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee have advanced a slew of federal workforce bills, one of which aims to make some significant changes to the federal probationary period.
The GOP-led EQUALS Act was one of about a dozen bills that passed favorably out of the committee on Tuesday. If enacted, it would require new federal employees to serve a two-year probationary period, doubling the length that most newly hired or promoted currently face.
Under the bill, agencies also would have to actively certify that a probationary employee “advances the public interest” before the employee can become officially tenured, while those who are not certified would be removed from their jobs. The legislation advanced in a party line vote of 24-19.
Rep. Brandon Gill (R-Texas), who introduced the legislation, said the EQUALS Act builds on an April executive order from President Donald Trump, which similarly required agencies to review and actively sign off on probationary workers’ continued employment.
“President Trump could not be more right,” Gill said. “Probationary periods and trial periods are long-standing, essential tools to ensure newly hired federal employees are sufficiently performing before their appointments are finalized permanently.”
Democrats on the committee criticized the Republicans’ bill, arguing that extending the length of the probationary period would negatively impact federal recruitment, as well as open the doors to more terminations of new hires in the government.
“This bill would double the time during which federal employees have limited due process and appeal rights as probationary employees. During this time they could be fired within 30 days’ notice, they have limited rights to an attorney or representative and they generally cannot appeal their removal,” Oversight Committee Ranking Member Robert Garcia (R-Calif.) said Tuesday. “At a time when Donald Trump is attempting illegal mass firings and purging experts from agencies across our government, this bill is a dangerous step in the wrong direction.”
Rep. James Walkinshaw (D-Va.) added that the EQUALS Act would “give the Trump administration yet another tool to weaponize against federal employees who they perceive as ideological threats, and to continue efforts to destroy the non-partisan civil service.”
Gill, however, argued that the bill would not lead to mass terminations, but instead only make sure that new federal employees are carefully reviewed. He also pointed to a 2015 report from the Government Accountability Office, as well as a 2005 report from the Merit Systems Protection Board, both of which call for reforms to the probationary period.
“An employee can often work for the federal government for over 25 years,” Gill said. “Having an extra year of probationary status to ensure the right employee becomes tenured is a common sense, good government measure.”
During the committee meeting, Rep. Stephen Lynch (D-Mass.) motioned to strike the EQUALS Act and replace it with legislation to first require GAO to review effects of prior probationary period extensions before making any long-term changes. Lynch’s amendment was struck down by the committee’s Republican majority.
Legislation on official time advances
Committee Republicans also advanced a bill that would require agencies to report in greater detail the use of official time by federal employees governmentwide. The Official Time Reporting Act passed out of the committee in a vote of 24-19 along party lines.
If enacted, the bill would require all agencies to submit reports on how much official time is used in each fiscal year, and justify any potential increases in official time that may occur.
During the committee meeting, Republican lawmakers argued that official time takes away from employees’ job responsibilities. Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-N.C.), the lead co-sponsor on the bill, also criticized the lack of agencies’ reporting on official time over the last several years.
The bill “will let the American people know exactly how much of their hard-earned money is spent not providing valuable service, but on federal employee union activities,” Foxx said.
Some committee Democrats, however, described the legislation as an attack on union rights. The lawmakers emphasized that official time is used for activities that support federal employees, while raising concerns about the possibility that the bill could let the Trump administration further limit union rights.
“This year under the Trump administration, federal employees have faced job insecurity, financial strain and the loss of collective bargaining agreements. This bill will make matters worse,” Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-Fla.) said. “We all benefit when unions and their members are empowered to prevent and address retaliation, discrimination and sexual harassment.”
Generally, official time hours can go toward negotiating union contracts, meeting with management, filing grievances or representing employees dealing with management disputes. Under law, federal unions are allotted specific amounts of time and resources to conduct these activities.
Federal unions, including the American Federation of Government Employees, have pushed back against the Trump administration’s characterization of official time as “taxpayer-funded union time,” calling it a misrepresentation.
During Tuesday’s meeting, Garcia argued that official time leads to lower staff turnover and higher employee morale, while also preventing potential legal costs down the road.
“Official time is work time that employees are allowed to use for making the workplace safe and protecting workers from discrimination or harassment,” he said.
Committee approves some bills with bipartisan support
In contrast, some legislation that the committee approved on Tuesday gained strong bipartisan support from lawmakers. That includes bills on training for federal supervisors, skills-based hiring of federal contractors and amending the system for relocation payments for federal employees.
The Federal Supervisor Education Act, for instance, unanimously advanced out of the Oversight committee in a vote of 43-0. If enacted, the legislation would require agencies to work with OPM to create training programs for newly hired or promoted agency managers and supervisors.
Rep. William Timmons (R-S.C.), who introduced the legislation in October, argued during Tuesday’s meeting that many federal supervisors step into leadership roles without enough training, and with no clear expectations for how to adjust to a managerial role in government.
“Agencies promote strong technical employees into supervisory jobs, and then send them in blind,” Timmons said. “That leads to low productivity, uneven standards and a system where good employees feel unsupported and bad employees rarely face consequences.”
Timmons added that the legislation would result in “real, meaningful training,” rather than being “a slideshow or a checkbox exercise.”
Although he said he mostly agreed with the bill’s intentions, Walkinshaw proposed striking one provision of the legislation. The initial bill text included a requirement that supervisory training programs must include additional training on the probationary period — something that Walkinshaw argued was outside the bill’s scope.
Committee Republicans agreed to adopt Walkinshaw’s amendment, after saying that it would result in stronger bipartisan support for the bill. Ultimately, the legislation advanced unanimously, with the amendment included.
“I am a strong supporter of the goal of this legislation,” Walkinshaw said. “Almost all of the language will provide supervisors within the federal workforce the appropriate training and resources to ensure there are strong leaders within their respective agencies.”
By the time the second group of NASA astronauts reach the Moon later this decade, the space agency would like to have a lunar rover waiting for them. But as the space agency nears a key selection, some government officials are seeking an insurance policy of sorts to increase the program’s chance of success.
At issue is the agency’s “Lunar Terrain Vehicle” (LTV) contract. In April 2024, the space agency awarded a few tens of millions of dollars to three companies—Intuitive Machines, Lunar Outpost, and Astrolab—to complete preliminary design work on vehicle concepts. NASA then planned to down-select to one company to construct one or more rovers, land on the Moon, and provide rover services for a decade beginning in 2029. Over the lifetime of the fixed-price services contract, there was a combined maximum potential value of $4.6 billion.
The companies have since completed their design work, including the construction of prototypes, and submitted their final bids for the much larger services contract in August. According to two sources, NASA has since been weighing those bids and is prepared to announce a final selection before the end of this month.
With the crypto market turning increasingly bearish, Bitcoin’s price has experienced another pullback, bringing it closer to the $80,000 mark once again. Along with the current drop in price, BTC’s derivatives market is showcasing bearish performance, suffering one of its steepest declines of the ongoing cycle.
Mass Derivative Unwind For Bitcoin
In a volatile landscape, Bitcoin’s Open Interest (OI) has contracted sharply as though the speculative framework supporting the market were suddenly removed. This steep drop in open interest comes after a sudden pullback in the price of BTC, causing it to lose the previously reclaimed $91,000 mark.
A report from Darkfost, a market expert and author at CryptoQuant, shows that the open interest has been sliced in half, indicating a drastic shift in investors’ sentiment and behavior. With a massive portion of leverage being evaporated, the market now stands unusually silent, while it prepares for its next decisive trigger.
Darkfost highlighted that Bitcoin leveraged positions continue to get liquidated or are being intentionally closed. Despite the recent drop in BTC’s price, this period of uncertainty is not bolstering traders’ enthusiasm to increase their exposure to risk.
Currently, the market is exhibiting a risk-off attitude, a trend that is understandable given the current state of the crypto environment. As a result, the open interest of BTC has cleared a whopping $20 billion. Data shared by the expert shows that the key metric fell from 47.5 billion BTC to 28.35 billion BTC between October 6 and December, indicating a drop of half during the period.
According to the expert, this is the worst flush in both the current cycle and the history of Bitcoin since the availability of the derivatives market. “I continue to say that the derivatives market has a major impact on Bitcoin and is the number one driver,” Darkfost stated.
BTC Percentage Loss Hits Historic Level
As the Bitcoin price continues to pull back, short-term BTC holders are feeling the weight of the waning action. These holders, also referred to as retail investors, have realized substantial losses from their positions.
Darkfost’s research is based solely on the spot market. His objective is to identify a very particular group of investors who speculate over the short term. With a realized price of $113,692, BTC holders between 1 month and 3 months are now experiencing the largest percentage loss in the ongoing market cycle.
For the past two weeks, this group of investors has been holding average unrealized losses between 20% and 25%. During his cycle, these phases have been linked with the creation of a bottom. This is because the cohort often has to decide between two behaviors: selling or holding.
In the event that a large portion of these traders are capitulating, this is typically the moment when the opportunity to accumulate BTC becomes more interesting, as observed in recent weeks. However, this setup becomes valid if the bullish trend remains intact in the long term, which Darkfost expresses trust in for the meantime.
Earlier in 2025 we celebrated Prime Day—the yearly veneration of the greatest Transformer of all, Optimus Prime (in fact, Optimus Prime is so revered that we often celebrate Prime Day twice!). But in the fall, as the evenings lengthen and the air turns chill, we pause to remember a much more somber occasion: Black Friday, the day Optimus Prime was cruelly cut down by the treacherous hand of his arch-nemesis Megatron while bravely defending Autobot City from attack. Though Optimus Prime did not survive the brutal fight, the Autobot leader’s indomitable spirit nonetheless carried the day and by his decisive actions the Decepticons were routed, fleeing from the city like the cowardly robots they truly are and giving over victory to the forces of light.
Although Optimus Prime’s death was tragic and unexpected, things are often darkest just before dawn—and so, even though today is called “Black Friday” to remind us of the day’s solemnity, we choose to honor him the way we honor other important historical figures who also laid their lives upon the altar of freedom: we take the day off to go shopping!
Below you’ll find a curated list of the best Black Friday deals that we’ve been able to find. Stand strong in the shadow cast by that long-gone noble Autobot, for by his sacrifice the day was won. Now, as Optimus would say, transform, my friends—transform and buy things.
The altcoin braces for a recovery as it awaits a key catalyst this week.
The first anonymous payment layer on Solana GhostPay launches on November 26.
The debut could catalyze potential GHOST price recovery.
The countdown to GhostPay’s rollout started after the team confirmed this week’s debut in an X post.
With the first privacy payment layers launching on Solana soon, traders’ attention has shifted to GHOST’s price performance, especially as the community braces for partnership and new utility announcements.
“GhostPay officially arrives November 26. The first anonymous payment layer of Solana goes live. We’ll reveal new partners and use cases leading up to launch.
JUST IN: $GHOST announces launch date for GhostPay, the first native privacy-focused payments layer on Solana. Leading X accounts among the early supporters. pic.twitter.com/5IswselxKi
Notably, the rollout will mark the arrival of Solana’s first native privacy-focused payment layers, a breakthrough that might transform how anonymous transactions move on-chain.
Most importantly, the team promised new collaboration and more use cases ahead of the launch.
Traders are closely watching for these updates as they could trigger bounce-backs for native GHOST.
The altcoin was among the top-performing cryptos in October, gaining over 100% for the month.
Indeed, projects offering privacy features have seen an increase in demand in recent months, with projects like Zcash outperforming gloomy broader markets.
GHOST’s utility will expand rapidly if GhostPay secures strategic partnerships with DeFi protocols, cross-chain bridges, payment processors, or digital wallets.
Notably, markets tend to reprice real-world use cases quicker, and that positions GHOST for remarkable recoveries amidst GhostPay’s potential success.
Commenting on the upcoming launch, self-proclaimed crypto multi-millionaire Gordon posted on X:
Privacy on Solana is getting loud, GhostPay is about to unlock real utility, and holders receive 100% of the fees. The flywheel is already spinning.
GHOST price outlook
The alt changed hands at $0.059 after an over 2% dip in the last 24 hours.
GHOST shed more than 5% of its value the previous week due to broader market turmoil and profit taking after its impressive October performance.
Meanwhile, the token is attempting a recovery after hitting the support around $0.0058.
GHOST has tested this zone several times, making it crucial for a possible bounce-back.
Amplified bullish actions (if GhostPay drives substantial optimism) could see the alt surging towards the obstacle at $0.0089.
That would translate to a roughly 33% uptick from Ghost’s current market price.
Broader sentiment shifts could see GHOST continue its rally to the obstacle at $0.012 and extend to $0.15.
Meanwhile, intensified selling pressure in the overall cryptocurrency market could mean subdued price actions for GHOST.
Failure to hold above $0.0058 might catalyze downtrends toward the support zone at $0.0045.
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Trick or treating might be out for you, but you can still have some fun that is equal parts cool and creepy. Scary movies are always an easy go-to for celebrating Halloween as an adult without feeling like you’re missing out on anything — especially if you’re not really into the idea of costume parties or haunted house attractions. And if you add some weed into the equation, you have the beginnings of a perfectly content night at home. Need some help picking out a strain for your movie marathon?
These particular strain pairings are just for the fun of the holiday and not at all based on matching the post-consumption experience with the type of movie you’ll be watching…. which is a good thing. It’s probably not a good idea to try to intentionally smoke strains that will mirror the potential fear and paranoia of watching a scary movie. Instead, these strains will mellow you out, help you chill and just add to the entertainment factor.
“It” + Pennywise
Whether you choose the original (which you should) or the remake, there are lots of moments when you’ll be glad you went for a high-CBD indica to calm your nerves. Plus, seriously, what’s more peak stoner than smoking a strain that is the exact same name as the main character of the movie you’re watching? Like, really, just pat yourself on the back for this one.
“The Shining” + Jack the Ripper
Jack Nicholson plays Jack Torrance in this classic film about a family’s weird and disturbing winter at a hotel in Colorado. This energizing sativa might be a good choice to help keep you and your friends upbeat during some of the more slow or meandering parts of the movie where you could lose interest. Instead, you guys can giggle your way through until the next scare.
“The Hunger” + Blood Orange Kush
Bust out this oldie but goodie where the iconic David Bowie plays an ageless but still somehow relatively youthful vampire on the hunt for fresh blood. This movie is definitely more eerie than downright scary and the paired strain works well with keeping you relaxed and feeling good with the calm, methodical pace of the movie.
“Carrie” + Killer Queen
Mean teens, hella blood and a nightmare prom? Check. Though this film adapted from a Stephen King novel was made back in the ’70s, it’s still just as creepy now as it was then. You can expect lots of cerebral effects with this hybrid strain that will keep you feeling energized as your body settles into deep relaxation.
“A Nightmare on Elm Street” + Sweet Dreams
Wes Craven did a pretty good job at making people never want to fall asleep again thanks to the disturbing and frequent appearances by Freddy Krueger in their dreams and waking life. This creeper strain is good for lasting through the movie and getting you nice and relaxed for a good night’s sleep — minus the nightmares.
“Psycho” + 3x Crazy
Considered one of the best psychological horror movies of all time, this movie is home to the infamous shower scene that has been copied and parodied since its introduction in 1960. Pairing a nice indica strain with this film will have you feeling zenned out and comfortably relaxed even through all the screeching.
“Night of the Living Dead” + Zombie OG
Take a break from your “Walking Dead” marathon and throw on this classic movie all about the undead feeding on those still living. As the name suggests, this strain is super potent and will have you feeling heavily sedated. It’s great for a late-night solo smoke where you have every intention of falling asleep right afterward.
“The Exorcist” + Holy Ghost
This strain is good for stress and anxiety which could help you keep your cool during an intense, high-stakes movie about clearing a kid of demon possession. And to help with the residual trauma, Holy Ghost is good for a mood boost that can help you shake that lingering sinister feeling.
When it comes to making the right changes to your culinary delights, it is so important to come up with some of the leading ideas that can help you with this. You need to think about some of the leading ideas that you can use to improve your cooking skills, and this is something that plays a big role in this. Try to do the best you can to improve your culinary skills, and this is going to have a big impact on your life moving forward.
It is important to think about how you can improve your cooking and culinary skills, and there are a lot of factors that will help you to achieve this. Making the best decisions that will improve your food is going to have a massive impact on your life, and this is going to help make mealtimes more appealing. Here are some of the leading ways of being able to achieve this, and improve your culinary skills right now.
There are so many ways of being able to improve your cooking skills, and making sure you have the right equipment is one of the best ways of achieving this. When you are looking to improve this process, you need to secure the best possible kitchen equipment that is going to help you with this. There are so many different elements that you need to get right, and things like a brand-new knife set, induction oven,
Practice as Much as Possible
If you want to impress everyone with your culinary skills, it is important to make sure you practice as much as possible. There are so many great ways of being able to practice better, and trying out new meals, as well as dishes you’re familiar with, this is something that you need to consider. There are so many factors that you need to make the most of when it comes to improving your culinary skills, and it is important to think about some of the best ideas that will help you. Book a block of time out so that you can experiment with your cooking, and this is great for being able to practice as much as possible.
Source the Best Ingredients
Finding the best ingredients is integral to helping you become a better cook, and there are plenty of things that you need to keep in mind here. This is something that can help you make better quality and more tasty food, as well as finding fresh ingredients that will help you with this. Something like calcium-rich organic bone broth is one of the best options that can help you find the right broth to enhance your meals.
It is important to think about some of the leading ideas that are going to help you focus on some of the best ways of being able to achieve this. You need to consider some of the leading ways in which you can make this process work better for you, and it is vital to make sure you enhance your culinary skills as much as possible.
Whether it is the leftovers of a great healthy sandwich you plan on eating tomorrow or you’re wondering how long something can be stored until it becomes indigestible, we’ve got to understand proper storage techniques for all of those leftovers. We need to make sure they are safe for consumption while also retaining their freshness and flavor. So, what are the essentials for mastering this? Let’s show you some of the most simple approaches to ensure thaThe Keys to Storing Leftovers Safelyt, whether you’re getting your food ready for the holiday season or you’re wondering how long that piece of meat is actually good for, you know what to do!
Knowing the Optimum Refrigerator Temperature
The optimum temperature is approximately 34°F to 38°F (1°C to 3°C), which can keep perishable foods fresh for a longer period of time. A refrigerator thermometer is an essential tool to ensure that your appliances consistently maintain these perfect conditions. It’s also worth having an insight into the best ways to keep your refrigerator functioning at its optimum. Sometimes our fridge can give up the ghost sooner than we think, but this could be down to a number of issues we could fix ourselves. For example, you may need to learn how to replace the water filter in your fridge, which can make a big difference to its overall functionality. But before we start to look at the things that could cause problems, it’s always about recognizing where our fridge can function at its optimum.
Cooling Foods Quickly
Bacteria can thrive in temperatures between 40°F (4°C) and 140°F (60°C), and therefore, we need to minimize that bacterial growth, especially in meat, dairy, and poultry. When we want to prolong the shelf life of certain foods but need to cool them quickly, we should work at dividing the portions into smaller and shallower containers, as this will speed up the cooling process and prevent any illnesses through our food.
Using Smart Storage Containers
When attempting to preserve leftovers, the way we store our food is just as important. We should always opt for glass or plastic containers and ensure that we find the most airtight ones on the market. When air hits food, the leftovers can dry out and, more importantly, lose their flavor. We should also be savvy when it comes to food storage, especially for items going into the freezer. Labels can help us differentiate between different dishes, and using food bags can create more space.
Know What We Can and Cannot Refrigerate
While many foods benefit from time in the refrigerator, some are better off stored away from it. For example, vegetables like tomatoes, potatoes, and onions fare better in a cool, dry pantry. Some people still refrigerate bread; however, it can become stale in a cold environment.
The keys to storing leftovers are many. By following these guidelines, you can maximize the freshness and safety of your leftovers. They can also play a bigger part in future meals while helping you understand the importance of sustainability and mindfulness when it comes to food consumption.
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