Berkshire Hathaway has revealed that its equity investments have been concentrated in a select few companies over the years. As of September 30, 2025, and December 31, 2024, the fair value of its top five holdings accounted for 66% and 71% of the total fair value of its equity investments, respectively. These top five holdings include American Express, Apple, Bank of America, Coca-Cola, and Chevron. Additionally, Berkshire Hathaway holds common stock in Occidental Petroleum.

According to CoinWorld.com: 1. The US spot Solana ETF saw nearly $200 million in inflows in its first trading week; 2. Zcash (ZEC) developers released their 2025 Q4 roadmap, with the token rising 800% in the past month; 3. A "whale with a 100% win rate since October 11th" increased its Bitcoin long positions, with its latest holdings reaching 1070.02 BTC; 4. KITE airdrop tracking is now available; 5. Berkshire Hathaway's cash reserves reached a record $381.67 billion; 6. The founder of Thodex died in prison after being sentenced to 11,196 years; 7. ARK Invest increased its holdings in Bullish, with total crypto exposure across three ETFs exceeding $2.15 billion.

According to HyperInsight, on November 2nd, a suspected insider trading account for HYPE continued to increase its XPL long positions by 5x this morning. As of press time, the account holds $45.07 million worth of HYPE long positions, $13.31 million worth of XPL long positions, and $475,000 worth of PURR long positions, for a total holding value exceeding $58 million.

According to CoinWorld.com, on November 2nd, MetaMask clarified that the MetaMask Rewards program and the future MetaMask TGE are two separate things. The Rewards Points program is a loyalty program that rewards users based on their actions. The first season's rewards include over $30 million worth of LINEA tokens. This $30 million is calculated based on the token price at the time of MetaMask Rewards' launch and is subject to adjustment if the price fluctuates. Furthermore, all $LINEA rewards earned and held through MetaMask Rewards Season 1 will count towards future rewards. Meanwhile, the Rewards Points program and TGE will be interconnected. TGE will recognize those who have helped shape the MetaMask ecosystem, including veterans who have remained committed or rejoined the journey.

KITE announced on the X platform that the token airdrop query is now online, and the airdrop will be available for collection at 12:00 PM (UTC) on November 3.

According to a report by Zhitong Finance on November 2nd, the US federal government shutdown, which began on October 1st, has now entered its 32nd day, setting a new record for the second-longest government shutdown in US history. It is only 3 days away from tying the record of 35 days for the longest government shutdown in US history. Over the past month, American society has been severely impacted by the shutdown. Paying the salaries of over one million US soldiers has become a problem, and approximately 42 million people, representing one-eighth of the US population, have faced food shortages in November. However, the two parties remain deadlocked. US Vice President Vance even stated that the shutdown could continue until late November.

According to Bijie.com, Momentum announced on the X platform that its first round of token airdrop subscriptions is now live. Users can complete eligibility verification and subscribe within the next 48 hours to participate in the first round of MMT distribution. Previously, it was reported that the Binance Wallet Momentum (MMT) TGE subscription ended, with an oversubscription rate of 376 times.

Solana Foundation manager Vibhu has challenged Ripple executives to a live debate on XRP's blockchain performance, citing data showing XRP Ledger's daily active accounts stagnating near 25,000 for three years versus Solana's over 2.5 million. He highlighted Solana's 100 million daily transactions and $2 trillion October stablecoin volume compared to XRP's 1-1.5 million transactions and $50-60 billion monthly transfers. While Ripple expands through acquisitions like GTreasury and new DeFi initiatives, Vibhu insists the debate must rely solely on verifiable on-chain metrics to address ecosystem growth disparities.

According to CoinWorld.com, on November 2nd, Vineet Budki, CEO of Sigma Capital, an early-stage venture capital firm headquartered in the Middle East, stated that the "four-year cycle" of crypto assets is not over, and the next bear market could see a drop of "up to 70%". He pointed out that due to a lack of understanding of Bitcoin's economic attributes, holders often quickly sell off when negative signals appear, causing sharp fluctuations. Despite this, Budki remains optimistic about Bitcoin's long-term prospects, predicting it could reach a price of "$1 million per coin" within the next decade.

The Blazpay token presale has raised $1 million, with Phase 3 priced at $0.009375 per BLAZ and over 150 million of 157.3 million tokens sold. Its AI-driven ecosystem includes Conversational AI, multichain integration, and gamified rewards, targeting growth to $0.10 by 2025. Phase 4 is approaching, offering potential gains for early investors before the next price increase.

residents of Hood County, Texas, are planning a referendum to establish a new town named 'Mitchell Bend' to address noise issues from a local Bitcoin mining operation. The mining company, Mara Holdings, is attempting to halt the election by filing a lawsuit in federal court, arguing that the residents' petition is invalid and alleging collusion among officials. The mining facility operates over 60,000 ASIC machines continuously, which residents claim is causing significant noise disturbances. The court is expected to decide next week whether to stop the vote before it takes place.

According to CryptoSlam data, the NFT market transaction volume decreased by 30.73% to $95.8 million last week. The number of NFT buyers increased by 22.82% to 626,234, while the number of sellers rose by 13.54% to 469,316. The number of NFT transactions decreased by 5.08% to 1,458,311. Ethereum network transaction volume reached $40.28 million, up 12.94% from the previous week. Bitcoin network transaction volume reached $11.52 million, down 12.12%. Base network transaction volume reached $10.09 million, up 8.73%. High-value transactions this week included: CryptoPunks #8407 sold for $413,469.94 (100 ETH). Bored Ape Yacht Club #3105 sold for $359,769.63 (90 ETH). V1 Cryptopunks Wrapped #4350 sold for $248,839.14 (62.9 ETH). Autoglyphs #256 sold for $222,558.91 (59 WETH). Crypunks #7378 sold for $212,360.44 (51 ETH).

On November 2nd, CoinWorld reported that the head of Europol's European Financial and Economic Crime Centre (EFECC) warned this week that the methods used for criminal activities involving cryptocurrencies and blockchain are becoming "increasingly sophisticated." He pledged that Europol will continue to increase its investment in supporting member states in conducting complex international investigations. He also called for the development of global standards and the provision of impartial blockchain training to strengthen cross-border investigations.

According to ME News, on November 2nd (UTC+8), Bitcoin mining company Mara Holdings sued Hood County officials in an attempt to block a proposed "incorporation vote"—which, if passed, would allow local authorities to regulate noise at its mining farm. The farm currently operates over 60,000 ASIC machines 24/7.

According to data from Alternative, the Fear & Greed Index is 37 today, indicating a level of fear. Note: This index ranges from 0-100.

HYPE cools to $44.37 after rallying to $50.24, showing signs of a healthy pullback. The $42–$43 zone remains critical support; losing it could push the price toward $38. A breakout above $47 may trigger a new push to $50, $55, or $60 if momentum returns, with leverage buildup increasing volatility potential.

Chainlink (LINK) trades around $17.29, up 5.15%, but daily volume dropped nearly 27% to about $872 million, indicating weak market conviction. Analysts note key support at $16.39; a break below could trigger a decline toward $13.35, while resistance at $17.65–$18.45 caps gains. RSI at 41.8 and a slight MACD bullish crossover hint at slow improvement, but open interest rising 5% to $681 million suggests cautious trader positioning.

European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde has emphasized the potential of the digital euro as a unifying force within the European Union (EU). In a statement released on Friday, Lagarde highlighted the ECB's commitment to launching the central bank digital currency (CBDC) "as early as possible." She noted that while traditional banknotes will remain in circulation, the ECB envisions cash in the form of a digital euro, which could facilitate online payments across the EU. Lagarde described the digital euro as a significant project, symbolizing trust in a shared future, and indicated that the ECB is entering the final phase of preparation for its rollout. The ECB's governing council announced plans on Thursday to develop the technical infrastructure necessary for testing and deploying a retail CBDC. This initiative is contingent upon EU lawmakers passing legislation that would authorize the ECB to issue the digital currency, with a potential rollout targeted for 2029. However, the concept of CBDCs has sparked controversy, particularly among cryptocurrency advocates who view them as contrary to the principles of decentralized finance (DeFi). Critics argue that CBDCs could infringe on civil liberties and privacy by enabling real-time monitoring of financial transactions. The ECB's announcement has faced significant backlash from the crypto community, with many expressing concerns over the implications of a digital euro. Mert Mumtaz, CEO of Helius, a remote procedure call (RPC) node provider, dismissed the idea, advocating instead for the use of private money. Political writer David Thunder echoed these sentiments, suggesting that while the euro is a symbol of trust, a CBDC could undermine this by allowing for increased surveillance of financial activities. In response to the ECB's plans, legal proposals have emerged from European lawmakers in France and Germany seeking to ban CBDCs and promote Bitcoin (BTC) as an alternative. Éric Ciotti of the Union of the Right for the Republic in France has led efforts to prohibit CBDCs, while Germany's Alternative for Germany party has proposed recognizing BTC as a national strategic asset. These developments reflect ongoing debates within Europe regarding the future of digital currencies and their role in the financial system.

Ethereum's MVRV divergence highlights growing investor conviction, with staked ETH holding a 1.7 ratio versus 1.5 for circulating supply, indicating 20% higher unrealized gains for stakers. Nearly 30% of ETH supply is locked, signaling a shift from trading to accumulation as profits compress from August's 1.85 peak. This 10-20% gap suggests long-term positioning strength amid market cooling, with over 36 million ETH staked reinforcing Ethereum's structural foundation for future growth.

The "debasement trade" narrative is gaining momentum as investors shift from government-backed assets to Bitcoin as a hedge against currency devaluation, with Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan predicting its popularity through 2026. Bitcoin's fixed 21 million supply and independence from central banks position it as a digital hard asset, with the concept rooted in its 2009 genesis block referencing bank bailouts. Despite market volatility, Bitcoin has risen 50% over the past year, with experts noting its foundational role in countering fiat erosion amid rising global debt and inflation concerns.