Prague, Czech Republic – October 2025 — Every ambitious trader asks the same question: What’s the fastest way to scale? Should you grind through endless two-step challenges, or go straight for instant funding? The choice is more than technical. For thousands of traders worldwide, it’s the difference between finally breaking through — or burning out before the journey even starts. The Hidden Trap of Two-Step Challenges For years, two-step challenges were sold as the “fair test” of a trader’s skill. In reality, they’ve become a money-printing machine for firms — and a graveyard for traders’ dreams. Here’s the truth: Over The post Instant Funding vs. Two-Step Challenges — Which Prop Trading Model Really Works for Crypto Traders? appeared first on The Merkle News.

DeProp, a blockchain-based platform, is changing the space of real estate investment with its innovative approach to fractional ownership. The ongoing token presale for its $DXBRE token offers a unique opportunity for investors to tap into the high-demand Dubai real estate market. With as little as $50, investors can gain fractional ownership of premium properties [...] The post DeProp Revolutionizes Property Investment: $DXBRE Token Presale Unlocks Real-World Asset Ownership appeared first on Blockonomi.

U.S. President Donald Trump reignited his feud with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, calling him “incompetent” and hinting that Powell’s tenure could end “in a few months” following a dinner with business leaders in Japan on Oct. 28, 2025. Trump Takes Aim at Powell — Again Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One after the […]

Trumps China tariff threat triggered a crypto flash crash, wiping $19B in open interest and liquidating 1.6M traders. The post Tariff threat triggers crypto flash crash and liquidations across the market appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

AI and blockchain executives have shared their thoughts and concerns as AI agents take a step closer to potentially controlling one’s crypto wallets.

US Representative Ro Khanna is looking to introduce a bill to restrict all elected officials from trading stocks and crypto, citing conflicts of interest.

Venezuela’s reliance on stablecoins could deepen if the Trump administration acts on its war threat, further destabilizing the South American nation.

Kalshi has sued New York’s gambling regulator, claiming the state is overreaching its authority by issuing a cease and desist order.

Elon Musk’s open-source AI-powered online encyclopedia, Grokipedia, presents itself as an alternative to Wikipedia.

Santiment analyst Brian Q said MegaETH may be seeing hype as it promises a blockchain that’s as quick and smooth as a regular app.

UK regulators are adopting a more lenient stance on crypto, opening the LSE to digital assets and easing proposed stablecoin limits for institutions.

Metaplanet’s market-based net asset value (mNAV) fell to 0.88 last week, prompting the Tokyo-listed Bitcoin treasury company to launch the Bitcoin-backed share buyback.

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Solana is stepping up to the “big league” thanks to the approval of the first Solana staking ETF, which may bring wider altcoin adoption among yield-seeking institutions, an analyst said.

Bitcoin put in a lower high while consolidating gains as favorable RSI signals combined with an expected Federal Reserve interest-rate cut.

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Evernorth Holdings is progressing with its plan to launch a publicly traded XRP treasury vehicle on the Nasdaq by accumulating 388.7 million XRP.

Bitcoin’s diminishing returns and growing inaccessibility for average retail investors are threatening the predicted extension of the crypto market cycle, according to 10x Research.

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A pickup in Bitcoin price momentum and trading activity could push BTC above the next significant hurdle at $115,000 and secure a sustained recovery.

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Skipping cryp to taxes can trigger hefty fines and legal issues. Find out what really happens if you fail to report or pay taxes on your holdings.

Fintech startup ZAR aims to use Pakistan’s corner stores and kiosks to make stablecoins accessible to millions of unbanked citizens.

SOL analysts highlighted the potential of its price to surge to $400 and beyond, fueled by the launch of the first Solana ETF in the United States.

F2Pool co-founder Chun Wang criticized Bitcoin’s BIP-444 soft fork — seeking to curb arbitrary onchain data — as a “bad idea” that he will not support.

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Circle’s new Arc blockchain testnet launches with participation from more than 100 institutions, including BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, Visa and Mastercard.

As central banks ramp up their gold buying, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink referred to crypto and gold as the “assets of fear.”

Coinbase has completed more than 40 high-profile mergers and acquisitions, investing billions of dollars in promising cryptocurrency startups and unicorns.

As Pi Network prepares to align with ISO 20022 by November 2025, can it truly stand beside the XRP Ledger and the Stellar Network in cross-border finance?

Milei’s LLA made a good showing in the midterm elections, but that doesn’t necessarily spell victory for the crypto industry.

Institutional crypto yield demands regulatory compliance, not just attractive returns. Market consolidation will separate compliant providers from speculators.

BlackRock was the only reason Bitcoin ETF investments didn’t turn negative in 2025, raising concerns for altcoin ETF performances without the asset manager.

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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.

Truth Social wants to “democratize information” for its 6.3 million users with a social media prediction platform developed in collaboration with Crypto.com.

BlackRock-backed tokenization company Securitize is going public via a $1.25 billion SPAC merger with a Cantor Fitzgerald affiliate to list on Nasdaq.

With the right workflow, data feeds and prompts, ChatGPT can generate structured market summaries, flag risk clusters and support smarter decision-making.

Bitcoin fluctuated wildly at the Wall Street open, with bulls pushing the price to $116,000 as opinions diverged over the next move in BTC.

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The move formalizes OpenAI’s ties with Microsoft, granting the tech giant long-term access to its AI models while locking in a $250 billion Azure commitment.

With the price of Ethereum back above the $4,000 price mark following its recent rebound, crypto participants and analysts are beginning to call for the next crucial milestone, which is breaking above $5,000.  There has also been a rise in accumulation among key investors within the period, reflecting strategic positioning by these market participants. Analysts […]

AI and blockchain executives have shared their thoughts and concerns as AI agents take a step closer to potentially controlling one’s crypto wallets.

US Representative Ro Khanna is looking to introduce a bill to restrict all elected officials from trading stocks and crypto, citing conflicts of interest.

Venezuela’s reliance on stablecoins could deepen if the Trump administration acts on its war threat, further destabilizing the South American nation.

Kalshi has sued New York’s gambling regulator, claiming the state is overreaching its authority by issuing a cease and desist order.

Elon Musk’s open-source AI-powered online encyclopedia, Grokipedia, presents itself as an alternative to Wikipedia.

Santiment analyst Brian Q said MegaETH may be seeing hype as it promises a blockchain that’s as quick and smooth as a regular app.

UK regulators are adopting a more lenient stance on crypto, opening the LSE to digital assets and easing proposed stablecoin limits for institutions.

Metaplanet’s market-based net asset value (mNAV) fell to 0.88 last week, prompting the Tokyo-listed Bitcoin treasury company to launch the Bitcoin-backed share buyback.

• #bitcoin

Solana is stepping up to the “big league” thanks to the approval of the first Solana staking ETF, which may bring wider altcoin adoption among yield-seeking institutions, an analyst said.

Bitcoin put in a lower high while consolidating gains as favorable RSI signals combined with an expected Federal Reserve interest-rate cut.

• #bitcoin

Evernorth Holdings is progressing with its plan to launch a publicly traded XRP treasury vehicle on the Nasdaq by accumulating 388.7 million XRP.

Bitcoin’s diminishing returns and growing inaccessibility for average retail investors are threatening the predicted extension of the crypto market cycle, according to 10x Research.

• #bitcoin

A pickup in Bitcoin price momentum and trading activity could push BTC above the next significant hurdle at $115,000 and secure a sustained recovery.

• #bitcoin

Skipping cryp to taxes can trigger hefty fines and legal issues. Find out what really happens if you fail to report or pay taxes on your holdings.

Fintech startup ZAR aims to use Pakistan’s corner stores and kiosks to make stablecoins accessible to millions of unbanked citizens.

SOL analysts highlighted the potential of its price to surge to $400 and beyond, fueled by the launch of the first Solana ETF in the United States.

F2Pool co-founder Chun Wang criticized Bitcoin’s BIP-444 soft fork — seeking to curb arbitrary onchain data — as a “bad idea” that he will not support.

• #bitcoin

Circle’s new Arc blockchain testnet launches with participation from more than 100 institutions, including BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, Visa and Mastercard.

As central banks ramp up their gold buying, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink referred to crypto and gold as the “assets of fear.”

Coinbase has completed more than 40 high-profile mergers and acquisitions, investing billions of dollars in promising cryptocurrency startups and unicorns.

As Pi Network prepares to align with ISO 20022 by November 2025, can it truly stand beside the XRP Ledger and the Stellar Network in cross-border finance?

Milei’s LLA made a good showing in the midterm elections, but that doesn’t necessarily spell victory for the crypto industry.

Institutional crypto yield demands regulatory compliance, not just attractive returns. Market consolidation will separate compliant providers from speculators.

BlackRock was the only reason Bitcoin ETF investments didn’t turn negative in 2025, raising concerns for altcoin ETF performances without the asset manager.

• #litecoin
• #bitcoin

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.

Truth Social wants to “democratize information” for its 6.3 million users with a social media prediction platform developed in collaboration with Crypto.com.

BlackRock-backed tokenization company Securitize is going public via a $1.25 billion SPAC merger with a Cantor Fitzgerald affiliate to list on Nasdaq.

With the right workflow, data feeds and prompts, ChatGPT can generate structured market summaries, flag risk clusters and support smarter decision-making.

Bitcoin fluctuated wildly at the Wall Street open, with bulls pushing the price to $116,000 as opinions diverged over the next move in BTC.

• #bitcoin

The move formalizes OpenAI’s ties with Microsoft, granting the tech giant long-term access to its AI models while locking in a $250 billion Azure commitment.

Monad launched its airdrop reveal for eligible community members. The Layer 1 blockchain, known for EVM compatibility and high performance. The post Monad announces Monad airdrop reveal is live for participants appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin price rose suddenly on Tuesday, Oct. 28, hitting a high of $116,200 as traders waited for the upcoming interest rate decision and Trump’s meeting with Xi Jinping.  Bitcoin (BTC) has jumped by over 11% from its lowest level this…

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OceanPal closed a $120M PIPE transaction for SovereignAI, which will build an AI-cloud infrastructure using NVIDIA tech and powered by NEAR. The post OceanPal announces $120M PIPE investment for NEAR-powered SovereignAI appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The wallets don’t lie. And when a wallet that’s been holding Solana since 2020, through the $260 peak, through the FTX crash, through everything, suddenly moves six figures into BlockDAG’s presale at $0.0015, people notice. Smart money notices. And if you’re reading this, you should notice too. Because Genesis Day is approaching fast. That’s when [...] The post This Solana Whale Just Invested Heavily in BlockDAG Crypto Presale – Should You Buy Now? appeared first on Blockonomi.

SBI Holdings CEO Yoshitaka Kitao shares on X about Ripple's latest move, which will significantly boost both XRP and Ripple USD (RLUSD) stablecoin utility.

Michael Saylor reaffirms loyalty to Bitcoin with a no-sell post after five years.

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XRP futures market posted an absurd 293,152% liquidation imbalance as overleveraged longs collapsed on a tiny 0.4% dip, only for the token's price to rebound and set a new daily high.

SOL founder Anatoly Yakovenko cheers Solana's remarkable comeback story, as the sixth-largest cryptocurrency by market cap sees its first US ETF launch.

Does Bitcoin (BTC) have enough energy to rise to the $120,000 mark?

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Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Miner TeraWulf (WULF) Stock Jumps 25% on Positive AI News  TeraWulf is accelerating its shift into artificial intelligence infrastructure through a new joint venture with AI cloud provider Fluidstack.  This post Bitcoin Miner TeraWulf (WULF) Stock Jumps 25% on Positive AI News  first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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2025 has emerged as a turning point in crypto investing, marked by a renewed focus on projects with tangible utility and innovation. Binance Coin (BNB) continues to dominate as one of the top crypto to invest in, promising solid returns fueled by optimistic regulatory and market conditions. On the other hand, the best crypto presale [...] The post Is Tapzi the Top Crypto to Invest in Instead of BNB? Tapzi vs. BNB – Which Altcoin is the Fair Bet? appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR: SharpLink will allocate $200M in ETH to Linea via EtherFi and EigenCloud to enhance its DeFi-based yield strategy. The ETH deployment uses Anchorage Digital’s custody services for compliance and institutional-grade security. Linea’s zkEVM network offers scalable, Ethereum-aligned infrastructure for SharpLink’s multi-year ETH commitment. The move marks SharpLink’s expansion of its Ethereum treasury into staking, [...] The post SharpLink Moves $200M in Ethereum to Linea in Treasury Power Play appeared first on Blockonomi.

AI and blockchain executives have shared their thoughts and concerns as AI agents take a step closer to potentially controlling one’s crypto wallets.

US Representative Ro Khanna is looking to introduce a bill to restrict all elected officials from trading stocks and crypto, citing conflicts of interest.

Venezuela’s reliance on stablecoins could deepen if the Trump administration acts on its war threat, further destabilizing the South American nation.

Kalshi has sued New York’s gambling regulator, claiming the state is overreaching its authority by issuing a cease and desist order.

Elon Musk’s open-source AI-powered online encyclopedia, Grokipedia, presents itself as an alternative to Wikipedia.

Santiment analyst Brian Q said MegaETH may be seeing hype as it promises a blockchain that’s as quick and smooth as a regular app.

UK regulators are adopting a more lenient stance on crypto, opening the LSE to digital assets and easing proposed stablecoin limits for institutions.

Metaplanet’s market-based net asset value (mNAV) fell to 0.88 last week, prompting the Tokyo-listed Bitcoin treasury company to launch the Bitcoin-backed share buyback.

• #bitcoin

Solana is stepping up to the “big league” thanks to the approval of the first Solana staking ETF, which may bring wider altcoin adoption among yield-seeking institutions, an analyst said.

Bitcoin put in a lower high while consolidating gains as favorable RSI signals combined with an expected Federal Reserve interest-rate cut.

• #bitcoin

Evernorth Holdings is progressing with its plan to launch a publicly traded XRP treasury vehicle on the Nasdaq by accumulating 388.7 million XRP.

Bitcoin’s diminishing returns and growing inaccessibility for average retail investors are threatening the predicted extension of the crypto market cycle, according to 10x Research.

• #bitcoin

A pickup in Bitcoin price momentum and trading activity could push BTC above the next significant hurdle at $115,000 and secure a sustained recovery.

• #bitcoin

Skipping cryp to taxes can trigger hefty fines and legal issues. Find out what really happens if you fail to report or pay taxes on your holdings.

Fintech startup ZAR aims to use Pakistan’s corner stores and kiosks to make stablecoins accessible to millions of unbanked citizens.

SOL analysts highlighted the potential of its price to surge to $400 and beyond, fueled by the launch of the first Solana ETF in the United States.

F2Pool co-founder Chun Wang criticized Bitcoin’s BIP-444 soft fork — seeking to curb arbitrary onchain data — as a “bad idea” that he will not support.

• #bitcoin

Circle’s new Arc blockchain testnet launches with participation from more than 100 institutions, including BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, Visa and Mastercard.

As central banks ramp up their gold buying, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink referred to crypto and gold as the “assets of fear.”

Coinbase has completed more than 40 high-profile mergers and acquisitions, investing billions of dollars in promising cryptocurrency startups and unicorns.

As Pi Network prepares to align with ISO 20022 by November 2025, can it truly stand beside the XRP Ledger and the Stellar Network in cross-border finance?

Milei’s LLA made a good showing in the midterm elections, but that doesn’t necessarily spell victory for the crypto industry.

Institutional crypto yield demands regulatory compliance, not just attractive returns. Market consolidation will separate compliant providers from speculators.