Markets Under Pressure: Bitcoin Slides, Security Threats Rise, and Strategy Pivots Strategy

December 2nd brings a sobering reality check for crypto markets. Bitcoin struggles around 87 thousand dollars while major altcoins face double-digit declines. We examine the multi-factor selloff driven by Japanese bond yields, liquidity concerns, and risk-off sentiment that wiped out 650 million dollars in leveraged positions. AI security research reveals frontier models can now exploit smart contracts at expert levels, while a 9 million dollar DeFi hack highlights ongoing vulnerabilities. Strategy makes waves with a 1.4 billion dollar cash reserve and hints at potential Bitcoin sales-a sharp departure from its never-sell philosophy. Meanwhile, Vanguard reverses course to allow crypto ETF trading, Germany shuts down a major mixer, and institutional adoption continues despite market turbulence. Join us as we break down what's driving the current volatility and what it means for the road ahead.