Crypto dips on Democrat midterm wins, Binance hack dents optimism
Democrats’ control of Congress could slow crypto legislation, while Binance said it would cover losses after a $6.3 billion hack.
- On Wednesday, November 4, Bitcoin rebounded toward $78,300 following midterm election results, though the asset remains below significant moving averages after recent market volatility.
- Democrats secured majorities in both the Senate and House during the midterm elections, potentially complicating the crypto industry's push for faster deregulation under President Donald Trump.
- Sentiment deteriorated following a $6.3 billion Binance hack last week, which triggered more than $1.5 billion in liquidations across major cryptocurrencies.
- Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds recorded approximately $115.6 million in net outflows on November 3, extending a three-day losing streak as institutional demand remains muted.
- Analysts warn that a Democratic-controlled Congress could stall future crypto legislation, although existing frameworks like the GENIUS Act remain in place to provide regulatory continuity.
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(Corrects paragraph 4 to $2.61 trillion from billion)By Amanda Cooper and Jiaxing LiLONDON/HONG KONG, Nov 4 : Cryptocurrencies briefly dipped on Wednesday as Democrats won majorities in both the Senate and House in the US midterm elections, a potential blow to an industry that has pushed for faster d
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