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Bitcoin ETF outflows accelerate as IBIT logs record withdrawals

  • Bitcoin ETFs log fifth straight day of heavy outflows.

  • BlackRock’s IBIT posts record withdrawal since launch.

  • Bitcoin risks further downside as sell pressure intensifies.

US-listed spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds saw another day of significant redemptions on 18 November, marking their fifth consecutive session of outflows.

The ETFs recorded a combined $372.8 million in net withdrawals, extending a trend that began on 12 November and has now removed billions of dollars from major issuers.

The day’s outflows were driven largely by BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), which reported $523.2 million in redemptions — its largest single-day loss since launching in January 2024.

Small inflows into EZBC and BTC were not enough to offset broader investor selling.

Date IBIT FBTC BITB ARKB BTCO EZBC BRRR HODL BTCW GBTC BTC Total
18 Nov 2025 (523.2) 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 10.8 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 139.6 (372.8)
17 Nov 2025 (145.6) (12.0) (9.5) (29.7) 0.0 0.0 0.0 (23.3) 0.0 (34.5) 0.0 (254.6)
14 Nov 2025 (463.1) (2.1) 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 (6.0) (25.1) (492.1)
13 Nov 2025 (256.6) (119.9) (47.0) (15.7) (30.8) (5.7) 0.0 (8.3) 0.0 (64.5) (318.2) (866.7)
12 Nov 2025 (36.9) (132.9) 0.0 (85.2) 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 (23.1) 0.0 (278.1)

Recent sessions have shown a similarly weak pattern, with $254.6 million exiting on 17 November, $492.1 million on 14 November, $866.7 million on 13 November, and $278.1 million on 12 November.

The sustained withdrawals reflect cooling institutional appetite despite pockets of isolated inflows.

IBIT faces heaviest pressure

According to SoSoValue data, IBIT’s $523.15 million outflow on Tuesday surpassed its previous record of $463 million set on 14 November.

The ETF has now posted five straight days of net outflows, totaling $1.43 billion.

With $72.76 billion in net assets, IBIT remains the world’s largest spot Bitcoin ETF.

Yet it has seen a negative flow trend since late October, accumulating four consecutive weeks of outflows amounting to $2.19 billion.

Across the sector, spot Bitcoin ETFs have suffered more than $3 billion in outflows so far in November, with IBIT alone accounting for nearly $2 billion of that figure.

The withdrawals have coincided with Bitcoin’s price correction, which saw the token fall below $90,000 earlier this week from its $126,080 all-time high in early October.

Bitcoin was last changing hands around $91,849, up 1.6% in the past 24 hours.

Bitcoin price tests crucial support

Bitcoin continues to trade near the $90,000 support level on Wednesday.

A daily close below that threshold could open the door to further downside, particularly as institutional outflows reinforce bearish sentiment.

The pressure has been amplified by data showing persistent selling across multiple investor cohorts.

A K33 Research report released Tuesday noted that long-term holders have been trimming positions for months, while ETF investors have accelerated their own selling in recent weeks.

K33 highlighted that Bitcoin’s recent market structure resembles prior major drawdowns.

In March 2024, the token fell 33.57% from its peak, while the tariff-driven sell-off earlier in the year resulted in a 31.95% decline. A similar correction today would place Bitcoin in the $84,000 to $86,000 range.

Analysts at K33 also warned that a resurgence of leverage in the derivatives market could act as a catalyst pushing prices toward — or even below — those levels.

 

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Crypto.com launches SOL App Campaign with $20K ETH reward pool

  • The campaign runs between 19 November and 3 December.
  • Eligible users should buy or deposit SOL worth over $50 using the Crypto.com App.
  • The top 2,000 participants will receive $10 in ETH each.

While the broader market seeks footing, with Bitcoin at $90,000, Crypto.com has announced a remarkable opportunity for its users.

The exchange took it to X on November 19, to confirm the official launch of the SOL App Campaign, which offers $20,000 Ethereum reward pool for participants who interact with SOL.

Solana has been among the hottest tokens the past month, propelled by its reputation, flourishing Web3 and DeFi projects, and scalability.

Crypto.com’s campaign invites newcomers and experienced traders interested in navigating the Solana blockchain.

How does the SOL App Campaign work?

The initiative requests individuals to buy or deposit SOL tokens into the Crypto.com App throughout the campaign period.

The exchange will rank users based on their returns from the Solana deposits and purchases.

Meanwhile, the top 2,000 participants will receive ETH worth $10 each, credited to their Crypto.com App accounts within three months after the campaign concludes.

Notably, the cryptocurrency exchange will notify qualified recipients through email 14 days after completing reward distribution.

Moreover, it will apply ETH-USD’s exchange rate based on the market rate during the distribution.

With this structure, Crypto.com aims to reward only active engagement and encourage individuals to explore Solana’s benefits, including its speed and thriving ecosystems of dApps, and earn Ethereum in return.

What’s next?

Crypto.com’s Solana campaign is more than an opportunity for users to earn Ethereum.

It represents a strategic approach to enhance blockchain adoption and enrich user engagement.

Crypto.com is incentivizing user activity with tangible rewards, which will likely cement its status as an exchange that facilitates trading while actively supporting its community.

The SOL App Campaign allows individuals to interact with a flourishing blockchain and increase their ETH balances.

Solana continues to expand as a blockchain powerhouse, whereas Ethereum maintains its position as the second-largest cryptocurrency project.

Digital asset enthusiasts looking to capitalize on this opportunity can install the Crypto.com App, navigate Solana, and join the campaign.

The event will end next month, on December 3, with $20K in Ethereum up for grabs.

SOL and ETH price outlooks

The altcoins maintain bullish trajectories in attempts to recover from the latest broader market crash.

Solana has gained more than 2% over the past 24 hours to $140.

Also, Ethereum gained roughly 1.70% in that time frame to press time’s $3,091.

The duo exhibits faded daily trading volumes, reflecting the prevailing broader weakness.

Nonetheless, Tom Lee of Fundstrat expects Ethereum to bottom this week, citing its flourishing ecosystem (TVL) and its ratio with Bitcoin.

Lee trusts ETH can rebound to historic all-time highs of $12,000. Such a rally from Ethereum would mean explosive surges for altcoins, including SOL.

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Malaysia cracks down on crypto power theft as bitcoin mining drains the grid

  • Authorities identified 13,827 premises involved in illicit power consumption for mining.
  • TNB seized bitcoin mining machines during joint inspections.
  • Smart meters are being installed to detect suspicious energy use in real time.

Malaysia is intensifying its response to rising energy losses linked to cryptocurrency mining, as new figures show widespread electricity theft across the country.

The national utility, Tenaga Nasional Bhd, has reported more than $1 billion in losses from illegal power use between 2020 and August this year.

The scale of the theft has pushed authorities to strengthen monitoring tools, expand inspections, and build new data systems as bitcoin mining operations continue to strain the national grid.

Officials now view the situation as an urgent energy security issue that requires consistent oversight.

Rising cases of electricity theft

The energy and water transformation ministry said 13,827 premises were found using electricity illegally for cryptocurrency mining during the period, according to a written parliamentary reply dated Tuesday.

Malaysia does not have specific rules governing crypto mining, but the activity becomes illegal once meters are tampered with or bypassed.

Such actions fall under offences detailed in the Electricity Supply Act.

The ministry confirmed that these illegal activities caused financial losses of 4.6 billion ringgit, equivalent to about $1.11 billion.

Mining setups require continuous and intense power consumption, which is often concealed to avoid detection.

This has allowed unauthorised operations to drain the grid at a rapid pace.

Coordinated enforcement operations

TNB has been conducting joint inspections with multiple enforcement bodies to respond to the rising cases.

The police, the communications regulator, the anti-graft agency, and other authorities have taken part in these operations.

Their coordinated actions have resulted in the seizure of bitcoin mining machines at many of the identified premises.

With illegal mining activities still increasing, TNB has shifted towards systems that support preventive oversight.

The utility has built a database holding complete records of owners and tenants of premises suspected of involvement in electricity theft related to bitcoin mining.

The ministry said the database helps identify patterns, profile high-risk locations, and support future inspections across different states.

Technology driven monitoring measures

Malaysia is also relying on real-time energy monitoring to reduce losses.

Smart meters are being installed at electricity distribution substations to track consumption patterns and identify manipulation more quickly.

These meters help detect sudden spikes or irregular behaviour, which often indicate hidden mining operations.

Real-time alerts allow TNB to respond faster before theft spreads or expands.

The country’s competitive electricity prices make it attractive for mining operators, which increases pressure on the grid and complicates enforcement.

Since mining is energy-intensive and not directly regulated, authorities are using existing energy laws supported by surveillance technologies to curb illegal consumption.

Strengthening oversight across the grid

Malaysia has chosen to enhance enforcement rather than introduce dedicated mining regulations.

Authorities are relying on interagency cooperation, improved inspection strategies, and expanded data systems to protect the utility network.

TNB continues to refine its approach, as illegal mining operations often shift locations after raids, requiring constant monitoring and updated intelligence.

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Kraken boosts global strategy as Citadel joins fresh investment wave with $200 mn funding

  • Citadel Securities made a strategic investment at a $20 billion valuation.
  • Institutional investors led the first tranche of funding.
  • Kraken plans to grow across Latin America, APAC, and EMEA.

Kraken is entering a new phase of global expansion after securing fresh capital that places the company at a valuation of $20 billion.

The update outlined how this raise will support the firm’s plans for 2026 and strengthen its position across regulated markets, tokenized products, and institutional services.

The company also linked the funding to its broader push into global regions, deeper derivatives activity, and new financial tools.

The announcement signalled a shift toward long-term growth supported by new infrastructure and a wider product lineup rather than short-term market conditions.

Institutional backing drives Kraken capital raise

Kraken raised $800 million through two funding tranches.

The first tranche was led by major institutional players, including Jane Street, DRW Venture Capital, HSG, Oppenheimer Alternative Investment Management, and Tribe Capital.

The company added that Kraken Co CEO Arjun Sethi’s family office made a significant commitment to the round.

A further $200 million strategic investment came from Citadel Securities at the confirmed $20 billion valuation.

Kraken said the new capital will support its vertically integrated model that includes equities, derivatives, spot markets, tokenized assets, staking, custody, clearing, and payments.

The company had raised only $27 million in primary capital before this round and continued to operate profitably, reporting $1.5 billion in revenue for 2024 and surpassing that figure in the first three quarters of 2025.

Sethi posted on X that the raise reflected long-term conviction in the company’s strategy.

He noted that more than $100 million for the round came from his family office.

Product growth strengthens derivatives and tokenized asset plans

Kraken linked the funding to several important developments that took place across its ecosystem in recent months.

On Nov. 14, the company reported strong Q3 results that included $198 million in adjusted EBITDA, up 28% from the previous quarter, and more than $1.5 billion in revenue over the first nine months of 2025.

Kraken also completed its latest proof of reserves audit, confirming 1:1 plus backing for major assets.

This audit was the first to use distributed validator technology for Ethereum staking within the platform.

The company expanded its US derivatives presence through the acquisitions of NinjaTrader and Small Exchange.

Small Exchange was a $100 million transaction finalised in early October.

These acquisitions give traders new ways to access crypto-connected futures in addition to existing stock and commodity contracts.

To support high-frequency and institutional traders, Kraken introduced a new colocation service in partnership with Beeks Exchange Cloud.

The company said this upgrade offers faster and more direct trading connectivity.

Expansion plans target global markets

Kraken outlined its next steps across key regions as it works toward its 2026 strategy.

The company plans to enter new markets in Latin America, the Asia Pacific region, and EMEA.

Kraken said these expansions will coincide with the launch of new asset types, upgrades to staking services, and new trading features that widen customer use cases.

The company also plans to strengthen its payments network and expand its institutional product suite.

Kraken said these steps will help bridge traditional and open finance through regulated global infrastructure.

Wider financial ecosystem supports long term growth

Kraken positioned the new funding as part of a broader plan to support a growing financial ecosystem that connects regulated markets, tokenized assets, and cross-border financial services.

The company said its vertically integrated approach provides the structure needed for sustainable product development and regional expansion.

The funding also helps the firm invest in infrastructure, compliance systems, and service lines that support both retail and institutional customers.

Kraken said it aims to use this momentum to build a wider presence across global markets while continuing to advance tokenized financial products and regulated trading.

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