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“He is in the shape of his life” – Thomas Tuchel hails ‘out of this world’ England star after their win over Serbia

Thomas Tuchel singled out Harry Kane for praise after England’s 2-0 win against Serbia in FIFA World Cup qualifying on Thursday.

Kane was named in the starting XI for the contest at Wembley and played for 65 minutes before he was replaced by Phil Foden in the 65th minute.

After the game, Tuchel was asked if Foden could challenge Kane to start important matches for England going forward. He said:
“It’s a big ask for [Phil Foden] to challenge Harry [Kane] at the moment. [Kane is] in the shape of his life. His attitude, work rate, quality and finishing ratio is just out of control [and] out of this world.”

Foden, who came on as a false nine for Kane, marked his appearance with an assist, setting up Eberechi Eze for England’s second goal. It was Foden’s first appearance for the national team since March.

Speaking after the match, the Manchester City star expressed excitement at returning to international duty. He said:
“It’s amazing to be back. I’m so happy to be back in the squad with these great players and I’m enjoying it. I thought I did well. I created some chances, we were unlucky not to put a few away. Overall, I have to be happy with the impact.”

The 25-year-old also hoped that his versatility could help him secure his place in Tuchel’s squad.

England’s 2-0 win against Serbia extended their World Cup qualifying run to seven wins from seven games.

Speaking about the match, Tuchel admitted that the game wasn’t a walk in the park but was happy with his side’s first-half performance.
“It was a difficult match. It was complicated because they knew everything about us and we knew nothing about them. Go through the list of players, they are at top clubs, they play in top leagues. They have individual quality, they came with new energy and they made it a final for them,” he said.

“I liked the first half a lot. I think we deserved to go up, I think we deserved to have maybe a second goal with Harry’s header. Second-half, we didn’t get the pressing right all the time, they escaped sometimes from the deep build-up into fast attacks so the back four had to work hard to keep the clean sheet.

“We had to overcome some difficult moments but I like it, not everything is easy. Not every win is 2-0, 3-0, 5-0. It is good. We kept a clean sheet and it was decisive in the end.”

The Three Lions will face Albania in their last group game on Sunday, November 16.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/news-he-shape-life-thomas-tuchel-hails-out-world-england-star-win-serbia

Why Trump Could Hate Kyrgyzstan’s New USD Stablecoin

Kyrgyzstan is preparing to launch a stablecoin denominated in US dollars but backed by its substantial gold reserves. Analysts argue that this move undermines Washington’s efforts to bolster the dollar’s dominance by using stablecoins to drive demand for US Treasuries. They also see it as a potential geopolitical test case for countries aiming to circumvent American sanctions.

### USDKG Debuts With $50 Million Issuance

Kyrgyzstan’s financial regulator announced on Wednesday the launch of its national stablecoin, USDKG, with an initial issuance valued at over $50 million. Unlike traditional stablecoins, USDKG is pegged to the US dollar but backed by physical gold reserves, making it the world’s first stablecoin of its kind.

Kyrgyzstan’s decision to back its new stablecoin with gold stems from the country’s substantial reserves. The Central Bank currently holds around 340 tons of gold, while exports reached roughly 16 tons in 2024. Geological surveys also suggest over 1,000 tons of confirmed reserves underground.

By backing its stablecoin with gold instead of US Treasuries, Kyrgyzstan gains a strategic advantage. It can use USDKG to maintain cross-border payments and support international trade outside US oversight. Against this backdrop, the United States is likely viewing the development with significant concern.

### Undermining US Plans for Stablecoins

Kyrgyzstan is a close ally of Russia and firmly within the Eastern sphere of influence. Several of Kyrgyzstan’s banks have faced SWIFT-related sanctions from the United States, restricting their access to traditional cross-border payment networks.

As a result, the country is following the path of nations like Russia and China, exploring stablecoins as an alternative means to facilitate cross-border transactions and sustain international trade. Its solution, USDKG, is a very valuable alternative—one that will likely not go unnoticed by the United States.

US President Donald Trump signed the GENIUS Act this year with a clear objective in mind: to reduce the dollar’s exchange value while reinforcing its role as the world’s main payment system. However, when gold rather than US dollars backs a stablecoin, it effectively undermines Washington’s intent.

The stablecoin uses the dollar’s name for credibility and distribution, but it doesn’t increase demand for dollar-based assets such as Treasury bills. Equally important is the fact that gold cannot be sanctioned or frozen by the United States.

Aside from the existing sanctions the US places on adversarial countries, its other options are limited.

### A New Sanction-Proof Financial System?

One of Washington’s main concerns about USDKG is that other countries might follow Kyrgyzstan’s example. Crypto analyst Ryan Adams noted that larger nations, such as India, China, and Brazil, could soon launch their own gold-backed stablecoins.

Unlike Tether, if sovereign governments issue stablecoins, the US would have reduced leverage. It could directly pressure those governments or direct the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) to sanction wallets holding USDKG or similar assets.

However, such measures would only block transactions on centralized exchanges, such as Coinbase. They would have little to no effect on stablecoins used in decentralized or DeFi networks, as well as through peer-to-peer transactions.

Given these circumstances, stablecoins not backed by US Treasuries provide America’s rivals with a practical and effective alternative, simultaneously undermining Washington’s goals for a stablecoin-based economy.
https://bitcoinethereumnews.com/tech/why-trump-could-hate-kyrgyzstans-new-usd-stablecoin/

Brazil’s Firm Stance on Crypto: A New Regulatory Era Begins

In the evolving world of digital currency, Brazil is taking definitive steps to regulate its cryptocurrency domain. The Central Bank of Brazil has introduced comprehensive measures aimed at tightening oversight of this burgeoning market.

These new regulations establish clear norms designed to align Brazil’s crypto landscape with international financial standards. This move signals a significant shift towards a more structured and secure environment for digital assets in the country.

As Brazil embraces this new regulatory era, stakeholders and investors can expect greater transparency and stability in the cryptocurrency sector.

Continue Reading: Brazil’s Firm Stance on Crypto: A New Regulatory Era Begins.
https://bitcoinethereumnews.com/crypto/brazils-firm-stance-on-crypto-a-new-regulatory-era-begins/

Everyday Chemical In Household Products Linked To Liver Disease And Cancer, Study Announces

**New Research Links Common Household Chemical to Severe Liver Damage**

A chemical found in dry cleaning solutions and household items significantly increases the risk of severe liver damage, according to recent research from Keck Medicine of the University of Southern California (USC).

**The Chemical: Tetrachloroethylene (PCE)**

Known as PCE, tetrachloroethylene appears in products such as craft adhesives, stain removers, and stainless steel polish. The study, published in *Liver International*, indicates that exposure to PCE triples the risk of developing significant liver fibrosis—a dangerous buildup of scar tissue in the liver that can lead to liver cancer, organ failure, or death.

**Study Findings and Implications**

The research found that people exposed to PCE face three times the risk of developing severe liver fibrosis compared to those without exposure. Importantly, each one nanogram per milliliter increase in blood PCE levels was associated with a fivefold increase in the odds of significant liver fibrosis.

Liver fibrosis is a serious concern because it can progress silently until it causes critical health issues. According to Keck Medicine, this study is the first to examine the relationship between human PCE levels and significant liver fibrosis. It highlights how environmental factors may play a previously underreported role in liver health.

**Research Methodology**

Researchers analyzed data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey conducted between 2017 and 2020. Their findings revealed that approximately 7% of the U.S. population had detectable PCE in their blood.

**Sources of PCE Exposure**

Individuals can inhale PCE off-gassed from dry-cleaned clothes or ingest it via contaminated water. The International Agency for Research on Cancer classifies PCE as a probable carcinogen linked to bladder cancer and lymphoma. While the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) initiated a 10-year phaseout of PCE in dry cleaning operations, the chemical remains in use in other applications.

**Expert Insight**

Dr. Brian P. Lee, a hepatologist with Keck Medicine and the study’s lead author, remarked, “Patients will ask, how can I have liver disease if I don’t drink and I don’t have any of the health conditions typically associated with liver disease, and the answer may be PCE exposure.”

**Conclusion**

This research highlights the importance of understanding environmental exposures in liver health. It also underscores the need for continued regulation and awareness regarding chemicals like PCE that are prevalent in everyday products.

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https://dailycaller.com/2025/11/11/pce-chemical-tetrachloroethylene-linked-liver-cancer-study/

Geoffrey Rush, Dom Hetrakul & Daniel Musgrove Set For Sheep Shearing Comedy ‘Shearing The Love’ — AFM

**EXCLUSIVE: Oscar Winner Geoffrey Rush to Headline Sports Comedy *Shearing The Love***

Oscar winner Geoffrey Rush is set to headline *Shearing The Love*, a sports comedy marking the directorial debut of New Zealand writer and producer Tom Hern. Hern’s notable works include *The Panthers*, *The Dark Horse*, and *Shadow In The Cloud*.

*Shine* and *Pirates of the Caribbean* star Rush will star alongside Thai actor Dom Hetrakul (*The White Lotus* Season 3) and New Zealand’s Daniel Musgrove (*Westside*). Musgrove also co-wrote the original screenplay with Natalie Medlock, Tom Hern, and Nua Finau.

Principal photography is scheduled to commence in New Zealand during the first quarter of 2026. The film has already secured Australia-New Zealand and UK distribution deals, thanks to pre-buys from Rialto and Vertigo. Essential Film Group will handle sales at the upcoming American Film Market.

### About *Shearing The Love*

*Shearing The Love* is a sports comedy set against the backdrop of New Zealand’s Golden Shears — the Olympics of competitive sheep shearing. The story follows Brian Castlehead (played by Daniel Musgrove), a washed-up hairstylist to the stars, who enters the shearing competition world to prove to his father (Geoffrey Rush) that he’s a real man.

### Production and Team

The film is produced by Halaifonua (Nua) Finau, whose previous film *Red, White & Brass* became New Zealand’s highest-grossing local title in 2023. Executive producers include Andy Thompson, James Norrie, and Nina Kolokouri of Essential Film Group; Kelly Rogers of Rialto Distribution International; Ed Caffrey of Vertigo Releasing; and Brad Smeele.

Finau and Hern’s production company, Tavake (*Madam*), is producing the film.

### Director’s Vision

Tom Hern commented on the project:
“Shearing is a raucous, heartwarming sports comedy in the vein of the greats from the early 2000s — *Talladega Nights*, *Kingpin* — but with plenty of heart. It’s a film that, through the belly laughs, declares: ‘wherever you come from, whatever you’re into, the best thing you can ever be is you.’”

### Producer’s Take

Producer Nua Finau added:
“Amid a challenging climate in the indie scene, this project has rocketed into greenlight. This reflects the universal, fun appeal of the film.”

### Distributor’s Comments

Kelly Rogers, CEO of Rialto Distribution, said:
“*Shearing The Love* is comedy gold, a genuine crowd-pleaser. Packed with laughs, outrageous moments, and heaps of energy, it’s impossible not to get hooked from the very first scene. Audiences are going to be laughing, cheering, and talking about it long after the credits roll.”

Ed Caffrey of Vertigo Releasing remarked:
“We’re so excited to be a part of the *Shearing The Love* team. It’s one of the funniest scripts we’ve ever read, and we believe it will be a comedy classic!”

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Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting New Zealand-Australia co-production set to bring laughs and heart to international audiences.
https://deadline.com/2025/11/geoffrey-rush-dom-hetrakul-dan-musgrove-shearing-the-love-1236613880/

Trent Boult picks 6-a-side team ahead of SA20 2025-26; chooses Pakistan pacer and not Jasprit Bumrah

The veteran seamer Trent Boult revealed his dream six-a-side cricket team, starting with his first pick: Rohit Sharma. Boult described Rohit as one of the best-ever batters to watch. Rohit led the Mumbai Indians (MI) in 2020 and 2021, with Boult playing a key role in the lineup. The duo reunited last season when the Kiwi pacer returned to the franchise in the IPL 2025 auction.

Rohit Sharma holds several impressive records, including being the joint-record holder for the most IPL titles as captain, having won five. He is also the only batter in the sport to score three double-centuries in One Day Internationals (ODIs). Additionally, the right-hander is the all-time leader in ODI World Cup centuries, with seven. Rohit further showcased his leadership by leading India to victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup and the 2025 Champions Trophy.

Boult’s second pick was the former West Indian opener, Chris Gayle. Gayle is the all-time leading run-scorer in T20 cricket, amassing 14,562 runs, including 22 centuries. He played a vital role in the West Indies’ title wins in the 2012 and 2016 T20 World Cups.

Next, Boult selected himself at No. 3. Having picked up over 600 wickets in international cricket, the left-arm pacer ranks third all-time in wickets among New Zealand bowlers. He was instrumental in helping New Zealand win the 2021 World Test Championship (WTC) title.

To complete his dream team, Boult opted for two pacers and one spinner. As the lone spinner, he chose former Australian leg-spinner Shane Warne. Warne is the second-highest wicket-taker in Test cricket history, with 708 wickets and an incredible 37 five-wicket hauls. He also played a key role in Australia’s 1999 ODI World Cup victory, earning Player of the Match honors in both the semifinal and final.

In a somewhat unexpected choice, Boult selected Mohammed Shami as one of his two pace bowlers instead of the widely chosen Jasprit Bumrah, who also played alongside Boult for the Mumbai Indians in the IPL 2025. Shami ranks fifth among all-time wicket-takers in ODI World Cups, with 55 scalps at an average of 13.52, including a record four five-wicket hauls.

Finally, Boult’s last pick was Pakistan’s left-arm pacer Shaheen Afridi, who boasts over 100 wickets across all three formats in international cricket.

This well-rounded lineup reflects Boult’s appreciation for both explosive batting and impactful bowling, blending legends from various eras and backgrounds into his ultimate cricket team.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/cricket/news-trent-boult-picks-6-a-side-team-ahead-sa20-2025-26-chooses-pakistan-pacer-jasprit-bumrah

NYFC’s Andres Perea undergoes surgery after gruesome leg injury

Andrés Perea won’t be suiting up for New York City FC anytime soon. The club confirmed on Monday that the midfielder underwent surgery to address a lower right leg fracture at Montefiore Einstein Medical Center. Although no specific timetable was provided, head coach Pascal Jansen mentioned following their win over Charlotte FC that Perea was expected to be out “for a little bit.” Perea will begin his rehabilitation immediately.

“Everyone at the Club wishes Andrés all the best in his recovery,” the club said in a statement.

Perea sustained the injury in the 71st minute of Friday’s Game 3 match against Charlotte FC. NYCFC won that game to advance to the conference semifinals, where they will face the Philadelphia Union. The injury occurred when Perea went for an aerial ball against Charlotte’s Adilson Malanda. Upon landing, he awkwardly fell on his right leg, causing his right foot to bend back unnaturally, resulting in immediate pain on the pitch.

The club’s medical staff quickly came out to assess him, causing a roughly four-minute delay in the game before Perea was carted off the field.

“It was a very tense moment because we [lost] one of our own and it looked very bad,” Jansen told reporters after the match. He also described the loss of Perea as a “big” one for the team.

This season, Perea appeared in 24 MLS matches for NYCFC, tallying three goals and one assist. He also contributed another assist during the postseason match against Charlotte.

Looking ahead, New York City FC will face Philadelphia on November 23 in the conference semifinals following the international break.

Perea previously played for the Union but was loaned to NYCFC for the second half of the 2023 season before being traded to New York City in January 2024. This season marks the fourth time in five years that NYCFC has reached at least the conference semifinals in the MLS Cup playoffs.
https://nypost.com/2025/11/10/sports/nyfcs-andres-perea-undergoes-surgery-after-gruesome-leg-injury/

Amazon.com Inc. (AMZN) Stock: Rises as Low-Cost ‘Bazaar’ Service Expands to 14 Global Markets

Amazon Stock Inches Up Following Global Expansion of Amazon Bazaar

Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) shares closed at $244.41, up 0.56% on November 7, 2025, before gaining an additional 0.3% in after-hours trading to $245.15. The modest rise in stock price came shortly after the e-commerce giant announced a significant global expansion of its low-cost retail platform, Amazon Bazaar.

Amazon Bazaar, branded as Haul in the U.S., extends Amazon’s reach into 14 new international markets, underscoring the company’s push to capture the rapidly growing ultra-budget online shopping segment currently dominated by Chinese fast-fashion giants Shein and PDD Holdings’ Temu.

### Amazon Bazaar Takes on Shein and Temu

Originally launched in Mexico in 2024, and later expanded to Saudi Arabia and the UAE, Amazon Bazaar specializes in ultra-affordable products such as $10 dresses and $5 accessories, targeting cost-conscious consumers worldwide. The latest rollout includes countries like Hong Kong, the Philippines, Nigeria, and Taiwan.

Most items on the platform are priced below $10, with some as inexpensive as $2, spanning categories from home goods to fashion. This aggressive pricing strategy positions Amazon Bazaar to directly compete with Shein, which operates in over 160 countries, and Temu, which ships to at least 70 countries.

### Analyst Perspective: A Long-Term Global Play

Industry analysts view the expansion as a strategic move to strengthen Amazon’s position in emerging e-commerce markets. Gil Luria, an analyst at D.A. Davidson & Co., described Amazon Bazaar as a notable step in the company’s international growth strategy. He emphasized that Amazon typically enters markets when confident of achieving profitability.

Luria also noted that while Amazon’s international ventures often take years to generate returns, the success of low-cost products through Bazaar could enable Amazon to expand well beyond its current 23 markets, potentially reaching nearly every country globally.

### Strong International Revenue Growth

Amazon reported international revenue of $40.9 billion in Q3 2025, marking a 10% year-over-year increase (excluding foreign exchange effects). This growth reflects the company’s successful expansion and increasing demand across international markets.

### Competitive Landscape and Tariff Pressures

The move to globalize Amazon Bazaar comes as competitors Shein and Temu accelerate their own international expansions. The competitive landscape intensified following the Trump administration’s removal of the de minimis trade exemption, which previously allowed shipments under $800 to enter the U.S. duty-free.

While this policy change has created challenges for low-cost importers, it has simultaneously provided Amazon with an opportunity to leverage its robust logistics and compliance infrastructure to capture market share.

### Outlook and Stock Performance

Amazon’s stock continues to showcase strong momentum, with year-to-date returns of 11.4% and a one-year gain of 16.36%, outperforming many of its peers. Over the past three years, the stock has gained nearly 170%, reflecting robust investor confidence in Amazon’s long-term growth potential.

By expanding Amazon Bazaar globally, Amazon is strategically positioning itself to compete aggressively in the fast-growing budget retail segment while reinforcing its international market leadership.

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https://coincentral.com/amazon-com-inc-amzn-stock-rises-as-low-cost-bazaar-service-expands-to-14-global-markets/

Tiny dwarf galaxies help solve a 40-year dark matter debate

For decades, scientists have puzzled over why galaxies spin faster than expected. The stars in their outer regions move so quickly that, by the laws of physics, they should fly apart. Something unseen—something massive—seems to be holding them together.

This invisible force has long been attributed to dark matter, a mysterious substance that makes up most of the universe’s mass but has never been directly detected. However, some physicists have argued that dark matter may not exist at all, suggesting instead that the laws of gravity themselves might need rewriting.

Now, new research led by the Leibniz Institute for Astrophysics Potsdam (AIP) has taken a major step toward resolving this debate. By studying the smallest and faintest galaxies in the universe—known as dwarf galaxies—the team has found strong evidence supporting the existence of dark matter over alternative theories of gravity.

Their findings, published in *Astronomy & Astrophysics*, suggest that even the tiniest galaxies contain vast halos of dark matter that govern their motion.

### International Collaboration and Methodology

The study was carried out by an international collaboration of scientists from institutions including the University of Surrey, the University of Bath, Nanjing University, the University of Porto, Leiden University, and Lund University.

The researchers focused on 12 dwarf galaxies and carefully mapped how fast their stars move at different distances from the center. Because dwarf galaxies are so small and faint, gathering such precise data was previously impossible. But thanks to new observations and powerful simulations, the team was able to measure their internal gravitational forces in unprecedented detail.

### Testing Modified Newtonian Dynamics (MOND)

One of the competing theories they tested is called Modified Newtonian Dynamics (MOND). First proposed in the 1980s, MOND suggests that the laws of gravity change under very weak conditions, eliminating the need for dark matter entirely.

Yet, when the team compared MOND’s predictions to the observed star motions, the numbers didn’t add up.

“Both the observations and our simulations show that the gravitational field cannot be explained by visible matter alone,” said Mariana Júlio, a PhD student at AIP and the study’s lead author. “This contradicts modified gravity predictions and reinforces the need for dark matter.”

### Simulations Confirm Dark Matter’s Role

To check their results, the team ran detailed computer simulations using the UK’s DiRAC National Supercomputer. Models that assumed the presence of dark matter produced far better matches to the observed data than those using MOND.

The simulations also revealed that dwarf galaxies behave differently from larger ones. While big galaxies follow a clear relationship between the amount of visible matter and their gravitational pull—known as the radial acceleration relation—this link breaks down in dwarf galaxies.

“Our results confirm that dwarf galaxies don’t behave like scaled-down versions of big galaxies,” explained Dr. Marcel Pawlowski, co-author of the study. “They show higher accelerations than expected, which means there’s more unseen mass—most likely dark matter.”

### Implications and Future Research

Professor Justin Read from the University of Surrey added that new data are allowing researchers to map the gravitational fields of galaxies in greater detail than ever before.

“We can’t explain what we see using only visible matter,” he said. “The simplest explanation is that these galaxies are surrounded by halos of dark matter, which encode the missing information. The modified gravity models just don’t fit.”

While the study doesn’t reveal what dark matter actually is, it narrows the range of possible explanations and strengthens the case for its existence. Future observations of even smaller and more distant galaxies may bring scientists closer to finally uncovering the true nature of the universe’s invisible matter.
https://knowridge.com/2025/11/tiny-dwarf-galaxies-help-solve-a-40-year-dark-matter-debate/

Bitcoin Weekly Close Could Decide the Fate of Its Bull Market

Bitcoin Faces Crucial Weekly Close as Key Price Levels Hang in the Balance

Bitcoin (BTC) is approaching an important weekly close, with several critical price levels on the line that could determine the future trajectory of the bull market. Market participants are watching closely amid sustained whale selling and mixed signals from technical indicators.

BTC Price Inches Within Narrow Range Ahead of Weekly Close

Data from Cointelegraph Markets Pro and TradingView revealed a period of price inertia over the weekend, with Bitcoin trading in a tight range. Volatility was subdued, but traders remained focused on how the weekly candle would ultimately close, given the implications for market sentiment.

Trader Titan of Crypto highlighted a “key level of the week” at $103,500, referencing Fibonacci retracement levels as the basis for its importance. He noted, “A weekly close below isn’t dramatic, but a confirmed breakdown next week would signal the bull market is likely over. Not there yet.”

Meanwhile, some analysts emphasized the importance of BTC closing above the 50-week exponential moving average (EMA), which currently sits at approximately $100,940. Trader Max Crypto cautioned, “We don’t want a weekly close below this at any cost,” citing the EMA as a critical support threshold.

Death Cross Risk Draws Attention

Another focal point for traders is the looming risk of a “death cross” on the daily chart, where the 50-period simple moving average (SMA) could cross below the 200-period SMA. Trader SuperBro commented on this development, stating, “The 4th ‘death cross’ of the bull cycle is approaching. Each time we’ve seen reversion to the mean and a sustained bottom.”

He added that so far, reactions around the 365 SMA have been lukewarm but remained optimistic: “Let’s see if bulls can get it together and reclaim the Q3 low for the weekly close.”

US Government Shutdown and Trade Tariff Developments Could Impact Markets

Beyond technical analysis, crypto markets are closely watching political developments in the United States that could affect risk assets like Bitcoin. Optimism is growing around a potential resolution to the ongoing US government shutdown, which has been a drag on economic confidence.

Additionally, expectations for a Supreme Court decision that could strike down international trade tariffs are building. Such a ruling might provide an immediate boost to the broader stock market and risk-on assets.

Cas Abbe, contributor to on-chain analytics platform CryptoQuant, summarized the sentiment: “If the US government shutdown ends, we could see an expansion soon.” He also suggested that ending the shutdown might mark the conclusion of a “manipulation” phase in BTC price action, referencing a chart he shared on social media.

Mixed Sentiment Among Investors Amid Whale Selling

Despite hopes for positive news, some remain cautious. Crypto investor and entrepreneur Ted Pillows noted, “BTC is still consolidating around the $102,000 level. The markets were expecting the end of the government shutdown this weekend, but it didn’t happen.”

Pillows also warned that Bitcoin’s price could decline further due to waning institutional demand and ongoing selling pressure from long-term whale holders. Cointelegraph has previously reported on sustained whale selling throughout 2025, adding downward pressure on the market.

Final Thoughts

As Bitcoin approaches this crucial weekly close, the market faces a pivotal moment. Key technical levels like $103,500 and the 50-week EMA around $100,940 will play significant roles in shaping sentiment and potential price direction. Meanwhile, external factors such as the US government shutdown and trade tariff rulings could either bolster or hinder risk appetite.

Investors are advised to exercise caution. This article does not constitute investment advice or recommendations. Every investment and trading decision carries risk, and readers should conduct their own thorough research before taking any action.
https://bitcoinethereumnews.com/bitcoin/bitcoin-weekly-close-could-decide-the-fate-of-its-bull-market/