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Weekly Crypto News Digest: 4 Altcoins to Watch in November
Discover the top four altcoins to watch this November—Solana, Ethereum, Chainlink, and Bittensor. In this weekly BlockchainBulletin wrap-up, Jon and Lila break down the biggest market stories, price trends, major upgrades, and institutional shifts. Whether you’re a trader or investor, stay ahead of the news and learn what key catalysts might drive the next crypto rally!
BlockchainBulletin Weekly Crypto News Digest — 2025-11-01
Jon: Hi, I’m Jon, and welcome to BlockchainBulletin’s weekly crypto wrap-up! We’re covering the biggest stories from October 26 through November 1, 2025—a period when traders and whales are quietly stacking specific altcoins while much of the market feels distracted. November has real potential for some exciting moves, so let’s break down what’s been happening.
Lila: Great to be here! I’m Lila, and I’ve been watching the headlines. So far it feels like November could be a turning point—which stories moved prices the most this week?
Market Snapshot & November Outlook
Jon: Excellent timing! November and Q4 historically have been strong periods for crypto, and we’re seeing some catalysts that could trigger a real rally. Traders are positioning early, and there’s a sense that institutional money is shifting focus to Ethereum—Q3 2025 was the first time Ethereum ETF inflows actually surpassed Bitcoin’s. The broader sentiment is cautiously optimistic but with plenty of volatility ahead.
Lila: So it’s not just hype—there are actual fundamental reasons to pay attention?
Jon: Exactly. We’re looking at major protocol upgrades, regulatory clarity coming (possibly in October or soon after), and a bunch of high-profile announcements scheduled for early November. Let’s dig into the stories.
Four Altcoins Identified as November Movers
Jon: This week, several crypto analysts highlighted four altcoins that are under the radar but could pump in November. They’re looking at Solana (SOL), Ethereum (ETH), Chainlink (LINK), and Bittensor (TAO). The thesis is that while most of the market is distracted, specific projects have catalysts coming that traders aren’t fully pricing in yet.
Lila: What kind of catalysts are we talking about?
Jon: We’ll unpack each one in detail, but broadly: protocol upgrades, ETF reviews, major conferences, reserve accumulation, and having events. These are the kinds of things that can trigger rapid repricing once attention focuses on them.
Source: Altcoin Buzz — 4 Altcoins That Will Pump FIRST in November 2025
Solana’s Moment: Franklin Templeton ETF Review & Firedancer Protocol
Jon: Solana (SOL) has some serious catalysts lined up. First, Franklin Templeton’s spot ETF for SOL is up for review by November 14, 2025—that’s just a couple of weeks away. An approval here would inject real institutional capital into the network. Second, Solana is rolling out Firedancer, its largest protocol change ever, which introduces a completely redesigned validator architecture.
Lila: What does Firedancer actually do under the hood?
Jon: Firedancer replaces Solana’s consensus mechanism with something much more efficient. It features off-chain voting with fewer on-chain votes, support for larger blocks, and a 100-fold improvement in latency—that’s the time between submitting a transaction and it being confirmed. You’ll also see better finality (meaning transactions can’t be reversed once confirmed) and improved throughput. The technical improvements are genuinely impressive and address long-standing bottlenecks.
Lila: So if the ETF gets approved and Firedancer launches smoothly, SOL could see some real upside?
Jon: That’s the bet traders are making. SOL was already up several percentage points in late October on the news alone, and the combination of regulatory clarity plus a major technical upgrade is historically the kind of thing that triggers big runs.
Source: Altcoin Buzz — 4 Altcoins That Will Pump FIRST in November 2025
Ethereum’s Fusaka Upgrade & Institutional Tailwind
Jon: Ethereum (ETH) is heading into November with its own major upgrade: Fusaka, targeted for early November. This upgrade is designed to improve scalability, efficiency, data availability, and the cost structure of the network. It builds on previous upgrades like Denune and Pectra and should position Ethereum for the next wave of rollups and layer-2 scaling solutions.
Lila: Layer 2s and rollups—are those important for everyday users?
Jon: Absolutely. Layer 2s are networks built on top of Ethereum that let you do transactions much faster and cheaper. Think of them as express lanes on the highway. Fusaka makes Ethereum better at supporting these express lanes, which improves the overall user experience. On top of that, institutional interest in Ethereum is palpable—during Q3, Ethereum ETF inflows surpassed Bitcoin’s for the first time. Some analysts, like Tom Lee, are even predicting ETH could reach $10,000 by year-end, which would roughly double its price from the ~$4,145 level recorded in late October.
Lila: That’s a bold prediction. What’s the reasoning?
Jon: A combination of technical improvements, real-world adoption picking up, and institutions rotating capital from Bitcoin into Ethereum as the narrative matures. It’s not guaranteed, but the setup looks interesting to traders watching for November moves.
Source: Altcoin Buzz — 4 Altcoins That Will Pump FIRST in November 2025
Chainlink’s SmartCon Conference & Real-World Asset Expansion
Jon: Chainlink (LINK) is heading into November with high-profile visibility. The project will be present at SmartCon, a major blockchain conference taking place November 4–5 in New York City, alongside Swift, Mastercard, and JP Morgan. Expect announcements and potentially new partnerships to be discussed and publicized during the event.
Lila: Why does Chainlink matter so much? Isn’t it just a data oracle?
Jon: It’s more nuanced than that. Chainlink is a key player in the real-world asset (RWA) tokenization space, which some analysts estimate could grow to $16 trillion by 2030. RWA tokenization means taking things like real estate, commodities, or bonds and issuing digital tokens to represent them on a blockchain. Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) provides the infrastructure to move data and value across over 60 blockchains—it’s essential for making RWAs practical and liquid.
Lila: And LINK holders benefit how?
Jon: As the network grows, demand for LINK tokens increases. Plus, Chainlink maintains a reserve of LINK tokens that are removed from circulation—as of late October, over 586,000 LINK were in this reserve and growing. Fewer tokens in circulation can increase scarcity and potential value. LINK was trading around $18.34 in late October, with an immediate target of $22 and an all-time high of just over $50 for reference. Just today, Chainlink announced 17 new integrations across six services and 11 different chains, including Arbitrum, Avalanche, Base, and BNB Chain.
Source: Altcoin Buzz — 4 Altcoins That Will Pump FIRST in November 2025
Bittensor’s AI Play & Halving Momentum
Jon: Finally, Bittensor (TAO) takes us into the artificial intelligence and machine-learning sector of crypto, which alongside real-world assets, is probably the most important emerging space right now. TAO is designed to be a decentralized AI network where validators and miners contribute compute resources.
Lila: So it’s like crypto for AI?
Jon: In a sense, yes. Bittensor tokenizes compute and incentivizes people to contribute computing power to an AI network. What’s particularly interesting is that TAO follows Bitcoin’s tokenomics closely—there will only ever be 21 million TAO tokens. And here’s the kicker: TAO is set to have its first halving in early December, which will cut the rate at which new tokens are issued by half. Historically, Bitcoin halvings are major market catalysts because they reduce supply growth right when demand may be picking up.
Lila: So people are expecting the halving to create a supply squeeze?
Jon: Exactly. The halving should reduce token issuance significantly and create what traders call a “supply-side tailwind”—less new supply hitting the market, which can support prices if demand stays steady or increases. TAO was trading just below $49 in late October, and some traders think $500–$700 is realistic by year-end. That said, Bittensor is showing strength, and the AI sector is getting serious institutional attention.
Source: Altcoin Buzz — 4 Altcoins That Will Pump FIRST in November 2025
Regulatory Clarity Coming: The Clarity Act & Altcoin Narrative Shift
Jon: Behind the scenes, there’s a macro story that’s been shaping trader positioning. Charles Hoskinson, founder of Cardano, recently predicted that once the regulatory Clarity Act passes—which he expected to happen around October 2025—we’d see a significant shift in the market. The thesis is that Bitcoin will probably cap out around $250,000, and then capital will rotate into altcoins as traders look for alpha and new opportunities.
Lila: So regulation is actually helping the altcoin case?
Jon: In a way, yes. Clear regulations remove uncertainty and allow institutions to feel comfortable allocating to a broader range of tokens. Once Bitcoin hits a resistance level and the regulatory environment clarifies, traders often pivot to smaller projects with higher potential upside. This narrative has been quietly building, and we may see it play out in November and beyond.
Source: Altcoin Daily — WARNING: If You Still Hold Crypto in November 2025… GET READY!
Key Takeaways for November
Jon: Here’s what traders and hodlers should keep on their radar as we move into November:
- Franklin Templeton SOL ETF Review (Nov 14): Spot ETF approval could inject institutional capital into Solana and trigger a rally.
- Ethereum’s Fusaka Upgrade (Early Nov): Major scalability improvement that positions ETH for layer-2 growth and institutional rotation.
- Chainlink SmartCon (Nov 4–5): High-profile conference in NYC with Swift, Mastercard, and JP Morgan attendees; expect partnership announcements.
- Bittensor TAO Halving (Early Dec): Supply reduction is expected to create tailwinds; early December is around the corner.
- Regulatory Clarity Expected (Oct–Nov): Clarity Act passage could spark the next phase of the market—Bitcoin consolidation followed by altcoin rotation.
Lila: So the strategy is to watch these catalysts and position accordingly?
Jon: Exactly. Traders are stacking these specific projects early because the catalysts haven’t fully priced in yet. November has serious potential to be a turning point, especially if you know where the catalysts are and you’re patient enough to position before attention shifts.
Looking Ahead: Risk & Reward
Jon: That said, remember that altcoins are far more speculative than Bitcoin or Ethereum. The upside potential is real, but so is the downside risk. Many crypto observers—including some on the Altcoin Daily channel—still believe the game is about accumulating Bitcoin first, with altcoins as a satellite position to potentially amplify gains. Use altcoins to make more Bitcoin, not as your primary bet.
Lila: So we’re looking at November as a potential inflection point, but with eyes wide open about volatility?
Jon: Precisely. November and Q4 historically have been good for crypto, and this year has multiple catalysts that could align. But past performance doesn’t guarantee future results, and the market can surprise you at any moment. Stay informed, position thoughtfully, and never invest more than you can afford to lose. If you want practical guidance on how to safely trade these assets, check out reliable resources on exchange selection and security best practices.
Lila: Got it—thanks for walking through the week, Jon!
Jon: Always a pleasure, Lila. Stay curious, stay safe, and keep your keys secure.
References
This digest was created using verified real-time sources:
- Altcoin Buzz — 4 Altcoins That Will Pump FIRST in November 2025
- Altcoin Daily — WARNING: If You Still Hold Crypto in November 2025… GET READY!
- BitPinas — Crypto News You May Have Missed (Oct. 26 – Nov. 1, 2025)