Crypto Digest by MINE.exchange (November 18

Mastercard launches crypto aliases with Polygon and Mercuryo
Mastercard is expanding its Crypto Credential program, allowing users to send crypto using verified aliases instead of long wallet addresses. Polygon and Mercuryo have joined the pilot. The feature aims to simplify transfers and reduce user errors.
Google introduces its new flagship AI model — Gemini 3
Google unveiled Gemini 3, calling it the most advanced AI model in the world in 2025. It features faster reasoning, improved multimodal performance, and stronger long-context understanding.
Malaysia loses over $1 billion due to illegal mining
Authorities reported that underground crypto-mining operations have caused more than $1 billion in electricity losses since 2020. Nearly 14,000 illegal mining sites were identified during investigations.
Nvidia’s quarterly report dispels fears of an AI bubble
Nvidia exceeded analysts’ expectations with record revenue, driven by high demand for Blackwell chips. Investors now believe the AI market is still expanding rather than entering a bubble phase.
Bitcoin miners’ fee revenue hits a yearly low
Transaction fees on the Bitcoin network fell to their lowest level in 12 months, significantly reducing miner profitability. Analysts cite lower on-chain activity and fading memecoin hype.
AI model Grok says Elon Musk is “more attractive, funnier, and sportier” than many celebrities
During testing, Grok generated unexpected responses praising Musk, sparking discussions about possible model bias and its humorous personality.
Altcoins reach 60% of Binance trading volume
According to CryptoQuant, altcoins now make up 60% of all trading on Binance — the highest level since early 2025. Traders appear to be shifting toward higher-volatility assets in search of bigger returns.
Robotaxi business approaches breakeven
Companies operating autonomous taxi fleets reported record cost reductions. In some cities, robotaxis are now close to matching the per-ride cost of traditional taxis.

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