Kri

1. Never believe anyone's price predictions.
2. Don't "diversify" into other cryptos; none of them are actually decentralized, everything except bitcoin is a shitcoin (yes, really), and it's all gambling. The point of bitcoin is not gambling, but to end modern day slavery (fiat currency).
3. When everyone you know is talking about bitcoin, you're at the top of a bull market. You'll likely be too exuberant to realize it though. It will be obvious in hindsight.
4. Don't "trade some altcoins on the side to get more bitcoin". You are not that smart, and the overwhelming probability is that you will get wrecked.
5. DCA into bitcoin. Ignore your emotions. Don't try to time the market. Just stack what you can every paycheck.
6. Don't be too excited about bitcoin; people will feel like you're scamming them even though you're just trying help.
7. Go to meetups & conferences. Don't be isolated. Bitcoiners are generally very awesome people.
8. When people ask you about how to buy bitcoin, send them to a BITCOIN-ONLY company. Example for why: My cousin bought bitcoin (on Coinbase) during the bull market, then sold it for shiba on the same platform and now she pretty much lost everything. Bitcoin-only companies are the safest option to keep newbies from doing newbie things.
9. Be on #bitcoin    twitter and nostr. Obviously if you're reading this, you're already here...but I didn't get on twitter until 2020 and can tell you that it's a lot less lonely hodling bitcoin when you see a bunch of other people on this platform experiencing the same things you are.
10. Be skeptical of influencers. Even me (I'm not a huge account, but still). Some are good, some are bad. Even if they have good intentions, their judgement can be clouded by bad incentives.
11. Stop trying to convince everyone you know that bitcoin will make everything better (even though it will). Instead, be a good resource for the people who eventually reach out to you about it. Be known as "the bitcoin guy" and let people come to you when they're ready. Have good content prepared for them to read/watch when they do.
That is all. It's been a great ride so far and I'm happy to know you guys.
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Tenerife’s ITER bought 97 BTC for €10,000 in 2012 for research, now worth nearly €10 million.The sale will be handled by a regulated Spanish financial entity to ensure compliance.Profits will fund new ITER research projects, including work in quantum technology.
More than a decade after purchasing 97 Bitcoin (BTC) for around €10,000 ($11,500) as part of a blockchain research project, the Tenerife Island Council is preparing to sell its holdings for nearly €10 million — marking an extraordinary 10,000% increase in value.
The original purchase was made in 2012 by the Instituto Tecnológico y de Energías Renovables (ITER), a public research center dedicated to renewable energy and emerging technologies. According to local outlet El Dia, the buy wasn’t meant to be an investment move — it was purely to understand the mechanisms of blockchain technology, long before Bitcoin became a mainstream financial asset.

Bitcoin Bought for Research, Not Profit
At the time, Bitcoin was still a niche concept, and ITER’s researchers were studying how decentralized ledger systems operated. Officials emphasized that the goal wasn’t speculation but scientific exploration into the potential of distributed technologies.
Now, with the asset’s value having multiplied dramatically, the institute finds itself sitting on a digital fortune. However, cashing out isn’t simple. Previous attempts to sell the BTC were blocked by Spanish banks, which refused to process the transaction due to regulatory concerns.
Working with Regulated Entities to Complete the Sale
To finalize the sale, ITER is currently negotiating with a Spanish financial entity that is regulated by the Bank of Spain and the CNMV, the country’s securities watchdog. This ensures the transaction complies fully with national financial and anti-money-laundering regulations.
Once completed, the proceeds are expected to be reinvested into new research and innovation projects at ITER’s Granadilla de Abona facility.

Profits to Fund Quantum and Future Technologies
According to Juan José Martínez, Tenerife’s councillor for innovation, the Bitcoin sale will finance the next wave of research initiatives — including cutting-edge fields such as quantum technology and other advanced scientific programs.
In a remarkable twist, what began as a small-scale blockchain experiment has become one of the most successful research-related crypto stories to date — turning an academic trial into a multi-million-euro windfall for future innovation.
$BTC #BTC #bitcoin

Zcash surged 15% to $362 after Arthur Hayes repeated his bold $10K price prediction.Trading volume jumped 45%, fueled by rising demand for privacy coins and shielded transactions.Some traders warn the rally may be hype-driven, questioning Hayes’ influence and long-term fundamentals.
Zcash (ZEC) is on fire again. The privacy coin jumped 15% in just over a day, hitting $362 after BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes once more dropped his now-famous prediction: ZEC to $10,000. His post on X simply read, “nothing stops this train,” reigniting speculation across the crypto community. Trading volume also spiked 45% to nearly $800 million as traders piled in.

Hayes’ $10K Call Reignites the Zcash Frenzy
This isn’t the first time Hayes has fueled a rally. Last week, a similar comment from him sent ZEC up 30% in one day. His $10,000 target represents a massive 2,677% upside from current levels — meaning a $100 investment could, in theory, turn into more than $267,000 if the call ever came true. Whether that’s optimism or overhype depends on who you ask, but the excitement has clearly returned to the privacy coin space.
Privacy Coins Back in the Spotlight
The rally lines up with growing global interest in privacy-focused crypto as concerns about government surveillance mount. ZEC’s shielded supply rose 13% in October, now exceeding 4.9 million ZEC, while private transactions climbed 36% month-over-month. That activity suggests users are genuinely engaging with the technology — not just trading on hype. Privacy advocates say Zcash’s zk-SNARKs tech, which keeps transaction details hidden, could see renewed relevance as data control becomes a bigger public issue.
Doubts Linger Over the Rally’s Sustainability
Still, not everyone’s buying into the hype. Some analysts think the move looks more like influencer-fueled speculation than organic growth.

Critics point to Hayes’ history of hyping tokens before major selloffs and warn this might follow the same pattern. Others note that Zcash has had similar surges before, only to retrace once the buzz fades. While ZEC’s recent performance is impressive, the big question remains — is this the start of a long-term trend, or just another quick spike on crypto’s roller coaster?
$ZEC #zec

Amazon teamed up with Yuga Labs to launch its first-ever NFT, Boximus, a metaverse avatar on ApeChain sold through Amazon Gaming.The $65.99 NFT can be bought with fiat on Amazon, minted directly on ApeChain, and used in Yuga’s Otherside metaverse.The drop sparked huge buzz online, marking a major step toward mainstream Web3 adoption despite mixed reactions from the crypto community.
Amazon has officially entered the NFT arena through a collaboration with Yuga Labs, creators of the Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) and the Otherside metaverse. The partnership launched Amazon’s first-ever NFT sale — an exclusive digital avatar called Boximus, a branded skin designed for use in the Otherside metaverse. The sale went live on October 30, 2025, at 10:00 AM PT, exclusively through Amazon’s U.S. storefront under Amazon Gaming. It’s a notable step for mainstream adoption, merging the world’s largest e-commerce platform with the Web3 gaming ecosystem.

What Is Boximus?
Boximus is a 3D NFT avatar designed as a playful “stack of boxes,” a nod to Amazon’s delivery culture. Unlike static collectibles, Boximus is an interoperable, rigged character that players can use inside Otherside — Yuga Labs’ blockchain-based virtual world. Owners can customize their avatars, participate in quests, and access new metaverse features. While the design appeals to BAYC and Otherside loyalists, Amazon made it easy for newcomers: no prior NFTs or crypto experience are required.
The NFT sells for $65.99 USD, roughly 157 APE tokens at current rates and jumped to its currentlof floor price of 395 APE. Supply details remain undisclosed, though Yuga has described it as a “small drop” to maintain scarcity. Purchases are made directly through Amazon with traditional payment options like credit cards or Amazon Pay. After purchase, the NFT is minted on ApeChain and automatically delivered to a connected wallet such as MetaMask. The sale runs through November, coinciding with Amazon’s Q4 shopping surge, which typically drives a 20x increase in digital activity.
Technical Backbone: ApeChain Integration
Boximus is built on ApeChain, Yuga’s Layer-2 network powered by Arbitrum technology. ApeChain is optimized for gaming and metaverse applications, offering low-cost, high-speed transactions under one cent per mint. The network ensures interoperability between Otherside, BAYC assets, and future collaborations, including BMW and Telegram, both announced at ApeFest 2025. This partnership highlights Amazon’s role in onboarding new users to Web3 through a fiat gateway — no wallets or tokens needed to start. Yuga confirmed this is the first native ApeChain NFT directly tied to its expanding metaverse lore.
Community Reaction: Excitement Meets Skepticism
Social sentiment surrounding the launch has exploded, with more than 10,000 mentions on X and Reddit within 24 hours. The majority of the discussions lean bullish, celebrating Amazon’s move as a turning point for mainstream adoption. Influencers praised the frictionless buying experience and fiat payment support, calling it “the Trojan horse for crypto onboarding.” Others highlighted ApeChain’s growing ecosystem and speculated about long-term integration with additional avatar projects.
Some of the more skeptical voices argue that the $66 price tag seems excessive for what’s basically a branded cosmetic avatar. They’re obviously new here. Anyone who been around longer than this cycle knows that $66 in gas fee is a good deal. Notably, some BAYC holders worry the avatars lack uniqueness or utility beyond being a novelty collectible. Others questioned Amazon’s long-term commitment, pointing to its previous gaming ventures like New World that fizzled out after early hype.
Conclusion
The Boximus drop marks a milestone in Web3’s journey toward mainstream commerce. Amazon’s entry into NFTs — powered by Yuga Labs and ApeChain — signals how digital ownership is quietly being folded into everyday retail experiences. Whether this becomes a lasting model or a flashy experiment remains to be seen, but one thing’s clear: the bridge between Web2 consumers and the metaverse just got a whole lot shorter.

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• Fed cuts rates to 3.75–4% amid lack of economic data due to shutdown.
• Quantitative tightening ends Dec. 1, shifting to short-term bill reinvestments.
• Markets rally, but inflation concerns linger as policy divides deepen.
The Federal Reserve voted Wednesday to lower interest rates for the second meeting in a row, despite operating with limited visibility into the U.S. economy due to the ongoing government shutdown. By a 10-2 vote, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) trimmed the benchmark federal funds rate by 25 basis points, setting a new range between 3.75% and 4%.

The decision was largely expected by markets, though it highlighted the Fed’s growing challenge — steering policy without access to critical data such as jobs, retail sales, and manufacturing reports. The shutdown has frozen nearly all government data releases except for the consumer price index, which showed inflation running at 3% year-over-year.
In addition to the rate cut, the Fed confirmed it will end its quantitative tightening program — the steady reduction of its $6.6 trillion balance sheet — by December 1. The move effectively closes a two-year effort to shrink the central bank’s massive holdings of Treasurys and mortgage-backed securities.
A Divided Vote Reflects Policy Uncertainty
Two officials dissented from the rate cut, revealing a growing split inside the central bank. Governor Stephen Miran argued for a deeper 50-basis-point cut, saying the Fed should act faster to support employment. Kansas City Fed President Jeffrey Schmid, however, opposed any cut, warning that inflation remains too sticky to justify easier policy.
In its post-meeting statement, the Fed admitted to “uncertainty accompanying the lack of data,” while describing economic activity as expanding at a moderate pace. Policymakers noted that job gains have slowed, unemployment has edged up slightly, and inflation “remains somewhat elevated.” These subtle changes from the September statement suggest a cautious but dovish tilt.
Ending Quantitative Tightening: A Shift in Policy Stance
The end of quantitative tightening (QT) marks a major pivot for the Fed’s balance sheet strategy. Since 2022, the central bank has let around $2.3 trillion in securities roll off without reinvestment. Now, it plans to shift proceeds from maturing securities into shorter-term Treasury bills, reducing the average maturity of its holdings and potentially easing short-term funding pressure.

Analysts at Evercore ISI said this move could pave the way for fresh asset purchases as early as 2026, depending on market liquidity needs. Fed Chair Jerome Powell has previously stated that while balance sheet reduction was necessary, the Fed doesn’t plan to return to pre-pandemic levels, when assets stood near $4 trillion.
What It Means for Consumers and Markets
The rate cut is expected to lower borrowing costs for credit cards, auto loans, and mortgages, offering some relief to consumers. However, with inflation still above target, cheaper credit also risks reigniting price pressures.
Historically, equity markets have performed well during periods when the Fed cuts rates amid economic expansion. Indeed, major indexes — led by Big Tech — remain near record highs following a strong earnings season. Still, traders are watching closely to see whether easing policy into a hot stock market could lead to renewed inflationary risks in early 2026.
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