Daily Brief, 15 Nov 2026
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RWA protocol stUSDT winds down three years after $2.3B TVL peak
Real-world asset protocol stUSDT is shutting down its operations three years after reaching a peak of $2.3 billion in total value locked. The project team has not provided a specific reason for winding down the platform.
XRP crashes to its lowest since November 2024 as money leaves crypto
XRP has dropped to its lowest price level since November 2024 amid a broader capital flight from the cryptocurrency market. The digital asset faces heightened downward pressure as exchange-traded funds experience notable capital outflows.
AI models agreed with each other more than with reality in a new test
A new study evaluated artificial intelligence performance through the Science Prediction Universe benchmark. Researchers found that while pooling model rankings improved average performance results overall, shared scientific errors frequently persisted across the systems.
RWA protocol stUSDT winds down after TVL peak of approximately $2.3 billion
Real-world asset protocol stUSDT is winding down its operations following a peak total value locked of around $2.3 billion. The protocol's shutdown underscores the inherent volatility and operational risks within the decentralized finance sector, emphasizing that projects require robust exit strategies alongside proper liquidity management practices to safeguard the ecosystem during such transitions.
Bitcoin selloff tests resolve of committed investors
Recent declines in the price of Bitcoin are putting the determination of long-term holders to the test. This sharp market downturn highlights the inherent price swings and underlying risks associated with digital asset trading, while simultaneously dampening sentiment across the broader crypto ecosystem as market participants closely monitor how key support levels hold up.
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