7 Best AI Quant Bots to Use in 2025: Smarter Trading, Greater Returns
In today’s fast-paced financial markets, timing is everything. Prices shift in seconds, trends evolve overnight, and emotional decisions can wipe out months of hard-earned gains. That’s why traders in 2025 are increasingly relying on AI trading bots — intelligent systems designed to analyse markets, learn patterns, and execute trades automatically with high accuracy. The key advantage of AI trading is its capacity to eliminate human bias. Instead of making decisions based on fear or greed, these bots work with data — processing thousands of signals per second to find profitable opportunities. Whether you’re an experienced investor or a beginner The post 7 Best AI Quant Bots to Use in 2025: Smarter Trading, Greater Returns appeared first on The Merkle News.
From South Park to Wall Street: Are prediction markets going mainstream?
Prediction markets are rapidly going mainstream, and one expert argues that their simplicity could make them the first DeFi tool to achieve mass adoption.
Swiss regulator GESPA takes aim at FIFA’s NFT platform in formal complaint
Switzerland's nationwide gambling authority said that user rewards on the platform feature the element of chance, categorizing them as gambling.
Price predictions 10/17: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, HYPE, LINK, XLM
Odds for the resumption of "Uptober" dwindle as Bitcoin, Ether and most altcoins continue toward new lows. Will next week’s US economic calendar events help restore the uptrend?
Babylon claims breakthrough in using native Bitcoin collateral in DeFi: Finance Redefined
Babylon unveils a proof-of-concept for using native Bitcoin in DeFi lending, as BNB Chain and Hyperliquid post major updates.
Bitcoin holds $105K as US bank stocks recover, Trump truce lifts sentiment
Bitcoin fell below $105,000 as US banking stress rattled risk markets, but stronger-than-expected regional bank earnings helped ease investor fears. Will the BTC uptrend resume any time soon?
What is EtherHiding? Google flags malware with crypto-stealing code in smart contracts
"EtherHiding" deploys in two phases by compromising a website, which then communicates with malicious code embedded in a smart contract.
Ondo Finance to SEC: Hold off on Nasdaq’s tokenized securities plan
In a letter to the US regulator, Ondo argued that Nasdaq’s plan relies on undisclosed settlement details that could favor big players.
ETH bulls unmoved by surprise sell-off below $3.7K: Here’s why
Ether’s price rebound potential hinges on improving US credit and labor data, as traders show caution after recent liquidations and volatility in derivatives markets.
BitMEX co-founder’s family office seeking $250M for private equity fund: Report
The fund, to be run by Arthur Hayes and two associates, reportedly plans to use $40 million to $75 million for each acquisition of up to six crypto companies.
Public companies hold $110B BTC, but which are profiting from the Bitcoin standard?
Public companies now hold over 1 million Bitcoin worth $110 billion on their balance sheets, but only early adopters with disciplined strategies have seen major gains.
Ethereum Foundation veteran Dankrad Feist joins Stripe’s Tempo team
Feist, who is one of the Ethereum Foundation's key researchers, said that Tempo and Ethereum share similar values and "complement" each other.
Huobi founder raises $1B as part of Ether trust strategy: Report
The founder of the Chinese cryptocurrency exchange plans to announce the trust within a few weeks, with the backing of Ether supporters.
Tempo, Stripe’s new blockchain, hits $5B valuation in $500M funding round
Led by Thrive Capital and Greenoaks, the raise comes less than two months after Stripe unveiled its layer-1 blockchain for stablecoin and real-world payments.
‘Bitcoin smells trouble’ as banks are stressed and ‘yields are puking’ — Strike CEO
Regional banks faced renewed stress despite 2023 crisis reforms, with Zions and Western Alliance stocks plunging as Bitcoin fell to a four-month low.
NAV Collapse Creates Rare Opportunity in Bitcoin Treasurys — 10x Research
Bitcoin treasury firms saw NAV premiums collapse as retail lost billions, but the reset created entry points for a new era of skilled asset managers, say researchers.
Bitcoin Coinbase Premium weakens but RSI mirrors April bottom zone
The Bitcoin Coinbase Premium Index turned negative as BTC’s RSI hit its lowest level since April, but it could also mark the beginning of a slow recovery.
Bitcoin ETFs shed $1.2B in red week, but Schwab remains bullish
Bitcoin ETFs lost $1.22 billion this week as BTC fell, but Schwab reported its clients now own 20% of all US crypto ETPs.
UK tax authority doubles crypto warning letters in crackdown on unpaid gains
HMRC sent nearly 65,000 warning letters to crypto investors last year, more than double the previous year, as the UK steps up efforts to trace undeclared capital gains.
Ripple’s $1B buy-back plan fails to lift price: Can XRP still rebound?
Holding above $2 increases XRP's potential to retest $3 in the coming weeks, while also maintaining a record high target of around $7.75.
OpenSea rejects pivot from NFTs, says it’s evolving to ‘trade everything’
OpenSea CEO Devin Finzer says the platform isn’t abandoning NFTs but expanding into a universal onchain trading hub.
Robinhood tokenizes nearly 500 US stocks, ETFs on Arbitrum for EU users
Robinhood’s tokenization drive on Arbitrum now includes nearly 500 US stock and ETF tokens worth over $8.5 million, as the brokerage deepens its RWA push.
L1 is the new battleground, and the playing field isn’t even
Corporate giants are building their own L1s, shifting blockchain from neutral infrastructure to strategic moats with regulatory advantages.
What if quantum computers already broke Bitcoin?
A quantum computer powerful enough to break Bitcoin could steal coins while the network runs as usual.
Bitcoin price ‘lines up nicely’ for $95K drop next despite bullish RSI data
Bitcoin steadied into weekend trading, but BTC price targets still saw a dip below $100,000 despite increasingly bullish RSI signals.
Crypto Biz: 'Sound money' meets a sound beating as Binance pledges bailout
Crypto markets reel from a crash, Binance pledges relief, JP Morgan to offer crypto, and corporations are stacking BTC as Elon Musk praises it.
Can Bitcoin recover as gold plunges from record highs? Analysts weigh in
Bitcoin-to-gold ratio hits historic lows that previously preceded major bull runs, with past bottoms preceding 100–600% BTC price rallies.
Stablecoins are really 'central business digital currencies' — VC
Jeremy Kranz, founder of Sentinel Global, a venture capital firm, said investors should be "discerning" and read the fine print on any stablecoin.
Roman Storm asks DeFi devs: Can you be sure DOJ won't charge you?
Current laws in the United States do not explicitly protect open source software developers and create the risk of retroactive prosecution.
Satoshi's Bitcoin stash declined by over $20B from all-time high amid crash
The recent market crash that caused some cryptocurrencies to lose up to 99% of their value also dealt a significant hit to Satoshi's wallets.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
Trump Coin down 70%, but NewsMax still dives in with $5M bet - Why?
Key Takeaways Why is NMAX investing in TRUMP alongside BTC? NMAX’s TRUMP allocation is driven more by President Trump’s influence on the crypto market than by a traditional risk/reward portfolioThe post Trump Coin down 70%, but NewsMax still dives in with $5M bet - Why? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
From South Park to Wall Street: Are prediction markets going mainstream?
Prediction markets are rapidly going mainstream, and one expert argues that their simplicity could make them the first DeFi tool to achieve mass adoption.
Swiss regulator GESPA takes aim at FIFA’s NFT platform in formal complaint
Switzerland's nationwide gambling authority said that user rewards on the platform feature the element of chance, categorizing them as gambling.
Price predictions 10/17: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, HYPE, LINK, XLM
Odds for the resumption of "Uptober" dwindle as Bitcoin, Ether and most altcoins continue toward new lows. Will next week’s US economic calendar events help restore the uptrend?
Babylon claims breakthrough in using native Bitcoin collateral in DeFi: Finance Redefined
Babylon unveils a proof-of-concept for using native Bitcoin in DeFi lending, as BNB Chain and Hyperliquid post major updates.
Bitcoin holds $105K as US bank stocks recover, Trump truce lifts sentiment
Bitcoin fell below $105,000 as US banking stress rattled risk markets, but stronger-than-expected regional bank earnings helped ease investor fears. Will the BTC uptrend resume any time soon?
What is EtherHiding? Google flags malware with crypto-stealing code in smart contracts
"EtherHiding" deploys in two phases by compromising a website, which then communicates with malicious code embedded in a smart contract.
Ondo Finance to SEC: Hold off on Nasdaq’s tokenized securities plan
In a letter to the US regulator, Ondo argued that Nasdaq’s plan relies on undisclosed settlement details that could favor big players.
ETH bulls unmoved by surprise sell-off below $3.7K: Here’s why
Ether’s price rebound potential hinges on improving US credit and labor data, as traders show caution after recent liquidations and volatility in derivatives markets.
BitMEX co-founder’s family office seeking $250M for private equity fund: Report
The fund, to be run by Arthur Hayes and two associates, reportedly plans to use $40 million to $75 million for each acquisition of up to six crypto companies.
Public companies hold $110B BTC, but which are profiting from the Bitcoin standard?
Public companies now hold over 1 million Bitcoin worth $110 billion on their balance sheets, but only early adopters with disciplined strategies have seen major gains.
Ethereum Foundation veteran Dankrad Feist joins Stripe’s Tempo team
Feist, who is one of the Ethereum Foundation's key researchers, said that Tempo and Ethereum share similar values and "complement" each other.
Huobi founder raises $1B as part of Ether trust strategy: Report
The founder of the Chinese cryptocurrency exchange plans to announce the trust within a few weeks, with the backing of Ether supporters.
Tempo, Stripe’s new blockchain, hits $5B valuation in $500M funding round
Led by Thrive Capital and Greenoaks, the raise comes less than two months after Stripe unveiled its layer-1 blockchain for stablecoin and real-world payments.
‘Bitcoin smells trouble’ as banks are stressed and ‘yields are puking’ — Strike CEO
Regional banks faced renewed stress despite 2023 crisis reforms, with Zions and Western Alliance stocks plunging as Bitcoin fell to a four-month low.
NAV Collapse Creates Rare Opportunity in Bitcoin Treasurys — 10x Research
Bitcoin treasury firms saw NAV premiums collapse as retail lost billions, but the reset created entry points for a new era of skilled asset managers, say researchers.
Bitcoin Coinbase Premium weakens but RSI mirrors April bottom zone
The Bitcoin Coinbase Premium Index turned negative as BTC’s RSI hit its lowest level since April, but it could also mark the beginning of a slow recovery.
Bitcoin ETFs shed $1.2B in red week, but Schwab remains bullish
Bitcoin ETFs lost $1.22 billion this week as BTC fell, but Schwab reported its clients now own 20% of all US crypto ETPs.
UK tax authority doubles crypto warning letters in crackdown on unpaid gains
HMRC sent nearly 65,000 warning letters to crypto investors last year, more than double the previous year, as the UK steps up efforts to trace undeclared capital gains.
Ripple’s $1B buy-back plan fails to lift price: Can XRP still rebound?
Holding above $2 increases XRP's potential to retest $3 in the coming weeks, while also maintaining a record high target of around $7.75.
OpenSea rejects pivot from NFTs, says it’s evolving to ‘trade everything’
OpenSea CEO Devin Finzer says the platform isn’t abandoning NFTs but expanding into a universal onchain trading hub.
Robinhood tokenizes nearly 500 US stocks, ETFs on Arbitrum for EU users
Robinhood’s tokenization drive on Arbitrum now includes nearly 500 US stock and ETF tokens worth over $8.5 million, as the brokerage deepens its RWA push.
L1 is the new battleground, and the playing field isn’t even
Corporate giants are building their own L1s, shifting blockchain from neutral infrastructure to strategic moats with regulatory advantages.
What if quantum computers already broke Bitcoin?
A quantum computer powerful enough to break Bitcoin could steal coins while the network runs as usual.
Bitcoin price ‘lines up nicely’ for $95K drop next despite bullish RSI data
Bitcoin steadied into weekend trading, but BTC price targets still saw a dip below $100,000 despite increasingly bullish RSI signals.
Crypto Biz: 'Sound money' meets a sound beating as Binance pledges bailout
Crypto markets reel from a crash, Binance pledges relief, JP Morgan to offer crypto, and corporations are stacking BTC as Elon Musk praises it.
Can Bitcoin recover as gold plunges from record highs? Analysts weigh in
Bitcoin-to-gold ratio hits historic lows that previously preceded major bull runs, with past bottoms preceding 100–600% BTC price rallies.
Stablecoins are really 'central business digital currencies' — VC
Jeremy Kranz, founder of Sentinel Global, a venture capital firm, said investors should be "discerning" and read the fine print on any stablecoin.
Roman Storm asks DeFi devs: Can you be sure DOJ won't charge you?
Current laws in the United States do not explicitly protect open source software developers and create the risk of retroactive prosecution.
Satoshi's Bitcoin stash declined by over $20B from all-time high amid crash
The recent market crash that caused some cryptocurrencies to lose up to 99% of their value also dealt a significant hit to Satoshi's wallets.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
From South Park to Wall Street: Are prediction markets going mainstream?
Prediction markets are rapidly going mainstream, and one expert argues that their simplicity could make them the first DeFi tool to achieve mass adoption.
Swiss regulator GESPA takes aim at FIFA’s NFT platform in formal complaint
Switzerland's nationwide gambling authority said that user rewards on the platform feature the element of chance, categorizing them as gambling.
Price predictions 10/17: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, HYPE, LINK, XLM
Odds for the resumption of "Uptober" dwindle as Bitcoin, Ether and most altcoins continue toward new lows. Will next week’s US economic calendar events help restore the uptrend?
Babylon claims breakthrough in using native Bitcoin collateral in DeFi: Finance Redefined
Babylon unveils a proof-of-concept for using native Bitcoin in DeFi lending, as BNB Chain and Hyperliquid post major updates.
Bitcoin holds $105K as US bank stocks recover, Trump truce lifts sentiment
Bitcoin fell below $105,000 as US banking stress rattled risk markets, but stronger-than-expected regional bank earnings helped ease investor fears. Will the BTC uptrend resume any time soon?
What is EtherHiding? Google flags malware with crypto-stealing code in smart contracts
"EtherHiding" deploys in two phases by compromising a website, which then communicates with malicious code embedded in a smart contract.
Ondo Finance to SEC: Hold off on Nasdaq’s tokenized securities plan
In a letter to the US regulator, Ondo argued that Nasdaq’s plan relies on undisclosed settlement details that could favor big players.
ETH bulls unmoved by surprise sell-off below $3.7K: Here’s why
Ether’s price rebound potential hinges on improving US credit and labor data, as traders show caution after recent liquidations and volatility in derivatives markets.
BitMEX co-founder’s family office seeking $250M for private equity fund: Report
The fund, to be run by Arthur Hayes and two associates, reportedly plans to use $40 million to $75 million for each acquisition of up to six crypto companies.
Public companies hold $110B BTC, but which are profiting from the Bitcoin standard?
Public companies now hold over 1 million Bitcoin worth $110 billion on their balance sheets, but only early adopters with disciplined strategies have seen major gains.
Ethereum Foundation veteran Dankrad Feist joins Stripe’s Tempo team
Feist, who is one of the Ethereum Foundation's key researchers, said that Tempo and Ethereum share similar values and "complement" each other.
Huobi founder raises $1B as part of Ether trust strategy: Report
The founder of the Chinese cryptocurrency exchange plans to announce the trust within a few weeks, with the backing of Ether supporters.
Tempo, Stripe’s new blockchain, hits $5B valuation in $500M funding round
Led by Thrive Capital and Greenoaks, the raise comes less than two months after Stripe unveiled its layer-1 blockchain for stablecoin and real-world payments.
‘Bitcoin smells trouble’ as banks are stressed and ‘yields are puking’ — Strike CEO
Regional banks faced renewed stress despite 2023 crisis reforms, with Zions and Western Alliance stocks plunging as Bitcoin fell to a four-month low.
NAV Collapse Creates Rare Opportunity in Bitcoin Treasurys — 10x Research
Bitcoin treasury firms saw NAV premiums collapse as retail lost billions, but the reset created entry points for a new era of skilled asset managers, say researchers.
Bitcoin Coinbase Premium weakens but RSI mirrors April bottom zone
The Bitcoin Coinbase Premium Index turned negative as BTC’s RSI hit its lowest level since April, but it could also mark the beginning of a slow recovery.
Bitcoin ETFs shed $1.2B in red week, but Schwab remains bullish
Bitcoin ETFs lost $1.22 billion this week as BTC fell, but Schwab reported its clients now own 20% of all US crypto ETPs.
UK tax authority doubles crypto warning letters in crackdown on unpaid gains
HMRC sent nearly 65,000 warning letters to crypto investors last year, more than double the previous year, as the UK steps up efforts to trace undeclared capital gains.
Ripple’s $1B buy-back plan fails to lift price: Can XRP still rebound?
Holding above $2 increases XRP's potential to retest $3 in the coming weeks, while also maintaining a record high target of around $7.75.
OpenSea rejects pivot from NFTs, says it’s evolving to ‘trade everything’
OpenSea CEO Devin Finzer says the platform isn’t abandoning NFTs but expanding into a universal onchain trading hub.
Robinhood tokenizes nearly 500 US stocks, ETFs on Arbitrum for EU users
Robinhood’s tokenization drive on Arbitrum now includes nearly 500 US stock and ETF tokens worth over $8.5 million, as the brokerage deepens its RWA push.
L1 is the new battleground, and the playing field isn’t even
Corporate giants are building their own L1s, shifting blockchain from neutral infrastructure to strategic moats with regulatory advantages.
What if quantum computers already broke Bitcoin?
A quantum computer powerful enough to break Bitcoin could steal coins while the network runs as usual.
Bitcoin price ‘lines up nicely’ for $95K drop next despite bullish RSI data
Bitcoin steadied into weekend trading, but BTC price targets still saw a dip below $100,000 despite increasingly bullish RSI signals.
Crypto Biz: 'Sound money' meets a sound beating as Binance pledges bailout
Crypto markets reel from a crash, Binance pledges relief, JP Morgan to offer crypto, and corporations are stacking BTC as Elon Musk praises it.
Can Bitcoin recover as gold plunges from record highs? Analysts weigh in
Bitcoin-to-gold ratio hits historic lows that previously preceded major bull runs, with past bottoms preceding 100–600% BTC price rallies.
Stablecoins are really 'central business digital currencies' — VC
Jeremy Kranz, founder of Sentinel Global, a venture capital firm, said investors should be "discerning" and read the fine print on any stablecoin.
Roman Storm asks DeFi devs: Can you be sure DOJ won't charge you?
Current laws in the United States do not explicitly protect open source software developers and create the risk of retroactive prosecution.
Satoshi's Bitcoin stash declined by over $20B from all-time high amid crash
The recent market crash that caused some cryptocurrencies to lose up to 99% of their value also dealt a significant hit to Satoshi's wallets.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
From South Park to Wall Street: Are prediction markets going mainstream?
Prediction markets are rapidly going mainstream, and one expert argues that their simplicity could make them the first DeFi tool to achieve mass adoption.
Swiss regulator GESPA takes aim at FIFA’s NFT platform in formal complaint
Switzerland's nationwide gambling authority said that user rewards on the platform feature the element of chance, categorizing them as gambling.
Price predictions 10/17: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, HYPE, LINK, XLM
Odds for the resumption of "Uptober" dwindle as Bitcoin, Ether and most altcoins continue toward new lows. Will next week’s US economic calendar events help restore the uptrend?
Babylon claims breakthrough in using native Bitcoin collateral in DeFi: Finance Redefined
Babylon unveils a proof-of-concept for using native Bitcoin in DeFi lending, as BNB Chain and Hyperliquid post major updates.
Bitcoin holds $105K as US bank stocks recover, Trump truce lifts sentiment
Bitcoin fell below $105,000 as US banking stress rattled risk markets, but stronger-than-expected regional bank earnings helped ease investor fears. Will the BTC uptrend resume any time soon?
What is EtherHiding? Google flags malware with crypto-stealing code in smart contracts
"EtherHiding" deploys in two phases by compromising a website, which then communicates with malicious code embedded in a smart contract.
Ondo Finance to SEC: Hold off on Nasdaq’s tokenized securities plan
In a letter to the US regulator, Ondo argued that Nasdaq’s plan relies on undisclosed settlement details that could favor big players.
ETH bulls unmoved by surprise sell-off below $3.7K: Here’s why
Ether’s price rebound potential hinges on improving US credit and labor data, as traders show caution after recent liquidations and volatility in derivatives markets.
BitMEX co-founder’s family office seeking $250M for private equity fund: Report
The fund, to be run by Arthur Hayes and two associates, reportedly plans to use $40 million to $75 million for each acquisition of up to six crypto companies.