U.S. private payrolls unexpectedly declined in November, but new industry data shows crypto hiring soaring. This raises fresh questions about whether clearer regulation could keep more high-skill digital-asset jobs inside the country rather than overseas. Related: Treasury Secretary Bessent reveals plan to tackle soaring $38T debt Labor market softens under tariffs, AI and shrinking private hiring According to the Labor Department’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. private payrolls fell by 32,000 in Nov ...

Industry Overview - In September, 77 crypto companies raised over $3.3 billion, contributing to a total funding of over $17 billion for the year 2025, surpassing 2024's total by over $7 billion [1] - Analysts indicate that investment in the crypto space is accelerating, with PitchBook predicting the industry will raise $18 billion in 2025, while Galaxy Ventures and Codebase expect investments to exceed $25 billion [1] Major Fundraising Events - Figure Technology raised $787.5 million in its Nasdaq debut, valuing the company at approximately $5.3 billion. The company focuses on blockchain infrastructure for loans and exchanges and has funded over $16 billion in loans [3] - Kraken closed a $500 million fundraising round at a valuation of $15 billion, which is part of its plans for an initial public offering (IPO). However, Kraken's co-CEO stated that the company does not currently plan to file for an IPO [5][6] - Rapyd, a global fintech platform, secured $500 million in a Series F round backed by major investors like BlackRock and Fidelity, aiming to enhance its platform with liquidity pools and crypto-as-a-service solutions [8]