Banks’ concern over stablecoins ‘ignores reality’ — Coinbase
US banking groups have urged Congress to clamp down on stablecoin yields, arguing it would trigger a US banking customer exodus.
TRUMP memecoin issuer in talks to acquire investment platform Republic’s US operations
After a steep 90% plunge from its peak, the Trump memecoin issuer is seeking a revival with the Republic.com acquisition and a $200 million fund to buy back the token.
200,000 ETH Withdrawn From Exchanges Amid Cooling Volume: What’s Next for Ethereum?
TLDR: 200,000 ETH, worth $780M, have been withdrawn from exchanges in 48 hours, data from Ali shows. Ethereum’s Buy/Sell Pressure Delta turns negative, hinting that selling pressure might be temporary. On-chain ETH volume drops, reflecting reduced market participation during the latest price cooldown. ETH trades at $3,920, down 2.48% in 24 hours but still up [...] The post 200,000 ETH Withdrawn From Exchanges Amid Cooling Volume: What’s Next for Ethereum? appeared first on Blockonomi.
Mastercard eyeing $2b deal to acquire stablecoin infrastructure firm Zerohash
Mastercard is in advanced talks to acquire stablecoin infrastructure firm Zerohash in a deal that could be worth up to $2 billion. Unnamed sources familiar with the development told Fortune that Mastercard may be preparing one of its “biggest bets…
Ethereum ETFs return to outflows as ETH struggles to hold $4,000
After two brief days of inflows, Ethereum ETFs are back in the red as price remains volatile. Ethereum ETFs have returned to outflows, recording a total of $81.44 million on October 29 per SoSovalue data. The return to outflows comes…
FED 25 BPS Rate Cut Sparks Dovish Pivot – Find Out the Next Crypto to Explode
Quick Facts: 1️⃣ The Fed has cut interest rates by 25 BPS and confirmed QT will end on December 1st. 2️⃣ Lower rates and fresh liquidity often push investors back toward high-risk assets like crypto. 3️⃣ $BTC usually dips after a FOMC meeting. But, in the long term, it tends to make all-time highs before […]
Report: OpenAI Readies for $1 Trillion IPO, Reshaping the AI Gold Rush
OpenAI is reportedly prepping for a $1 trillion IPO that could make Silicon Valley’s wildest fever dreams look quaint—cementing Sam Altman as the ringmaster of the world’s most valuable AI circus. According to Reuters, the artificial intelligence (AI) giant, OpenAI, is quietly setting the stage for a blockbuster initial public offering (IPO) that could debut […]
Bitcoin ETFs end 4-day inflow streak with over $470m in outflows
U.S. spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds returned to net outflows on Wednesday as investors took profits and repositioned themselves ahead of Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s speech. According to data from SoSovalue, the 12 spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $470.71 million in net…
Bitcoin Hyper Unveils Scalable Layer-2 That Could Redefine Bitcoin’s Future
Quick Facts: 1️⃣ Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) introduces a high-performance Layer-2 built on the Solana Virtual Machine and anchored to Bitcoin, drastically improving transaction speed and scalability. 2️⃣ The network uses zero-knowledge proofs and a Bitcoin Canonical Bridge to batch micro-transactions and settle them efficiently on-chain, reducing fees and congestion. 3️⃣ Bitcoin Hyper expands Bitcoin’s utility […]
Hyperliquid ETF On The Horizon: 21Shares Submits HYPE Filing To US SEC
On Wednesday, 21Shares, the world’s largest issuer of cryptocurrency exchange-traded products (ETPs), submitted a regulatory filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), seeking approval to launch a passive Hyperliquid ETF designed to track the price of the HYPE token. 21Shares’ Passive Hyperliquid ETF Passive exchange-traded funds, like the one proposed by 21Shares, are […]
U.S.–China Trade Tensions Ease as Trump and Xi Agree on Tariff Cuts
TLDR: Trump lowers China tariffs from 57% to 47%, signaling a potential turning point in trade relations. Fentanyl tariffs fall to 10%, while both nations plan talks on chip export limits and rare earth access. Xi confirms plans to visit the U.S. as Trump prepares a return trip to China in April 2026. Bloomberg reports [...] The post U.S.–China Trade Tensions Ease as Trump and Xi Agree on Tariff Cuts appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitcoin ETFs Record Disastrous Outlfows
Bitcoin ETFs have haemorrhaged nearly $500 million worth of funds in a single day
Fidelity Joins Solana ETF Rush After Bitwise’s BSOL Goes Live
TLDR: Fidelity removes its delaying amendment, paving the way for its Solana ETF to go auto-effective soon. The move mirrors Bitwise’s $BSOL ETF launch, which used the same 20-day auto-effective path. VanEck and Canary Funds updated their Solana ETF filings, likely targeting mid-November launches. SEC Chair Paul Atkins supports companies using the 20-day rule to [...] The post Fidelity Joins Solana ETF Rush After Bitwise’s BSOL Goes Live appeared first on Blockonomi.
Nigerian Regulator Warns Crypto and Gambling Threaten Infrastructure Investment
The head of a Nigerian regulatory body warns that widespread gambling and crypto trading are diverting funds from the capital markets, undermining efforts to finance the country’s $150 billion infrastructure deficit. Capital Market vs. Risk Taking The Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (NSEC) is voicing concerns that the growing preference of residents for gambling and […]
How Evernorth plans to turn XRP into a $1B corporate treasury asset
Evernorth plans to go public via a SPAC and deploy over $1 billion to buy and manage XRP, creating one of the largest public XRP treasuries.
Liquidity Turns: Fed Ends QT, Rate Cut Hints at Risk Rally Ahead
TLDR: The Fed cuts rates by 25 bps and ends QT on December 1, signaling the end of monetary tightening. Liquidity may return as the Fed halts balance sheet runoff, easing financial pressure on risk assets. Powell described the move as “risk management,” not the start of a full easing cycle. Analysts expect the liquidity [...] The post Liquidity Turns: Fed Ends QT, Rate Cut Hints at Risk Rally Ahead appeared first on Blockonomi.
Solana and Ripple look set to skyrocket while Remittix nears huge milestone
Momentum in crypto is turning toward projects with real users and clear payment utility. Solana, Ripple, and Remittix lead that trend into 2025. #partnercontent
Bitcoin ETFs post $470M outflows as Fed cuts rates, Trump talks trade
Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded their largest day of outflows in two weeks as the Federal Reserve cut rates, leading to a choppy day for US markets.
Frax, IQ launch Korean won-pegged KRWQ on Base amid stablecoin push
Crypto protocols Frax and IQ have partnered to launch KRWQ, a Korean won stablecoin designed to be fully regulatory-compliant amid the country’s stablecoin push.
TON Gets a Trading Boost as CoinShares Launches Zero-Fee ETP
TLDR: CoinShares launches a physical TON ETP with 0% management fees and 2% staking rewards on SIX Swiss Exchange. The TON ETP gives European investors exposure to Telegram’s blockchain with over 900 million active users. TON supports over 104,000 transactions per second, merging scalability with Telegram’s large global reach. CoinShares’ CEO says the TON ETP [...] The post TON Gets a Trading Boost as CoinShares Launches Zero-Fee ETP appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitcoin Beats The Euro — France Chooses Crypto Over CBDC
France’s National Assembly moved to block European Central Bank’s planned digital euro and to favor Bitcoin and euro stablecoins. Based on reports, the resolution was filed on October 22, 2025 by Éric Ciotti and UDR members. Related Reading: IBM Unveils Digital Asset Haven For Banks And Governments – Details Call For A National Bitcoin Reserve […]
Institutional backers plot $500M Canton token treasury: Report
DRW Holdings and Liberty City Ventures are reportedly exploring the creation of a Canton Network token treasury, signaling significant institutional backing for the blockchain.
Mastercard Eyes $2B Deal for Crypto Startup Zerohash
TLDR: Mastercard is negotiating to acquire crypto startup Zerohash for between $1.5 and $2 billion, sources say. The deal would be Mastercard’s largest move yet into stablecoin and blockchain payment infrastructure. Zerohash builds infrastructure for crypto trading, tokenization, and stablecoin payments on blockchain rails. Stripe’s Bridge and Coinbase’s BVNK deals highlight the growing competition for [...] The post Mastercard Eyes $2B Deal for Crypto Startup Zerohash appeared first on Blockonomi.
Solana ETFs finally launched: So why isn’t SOL trading far above $200?
SOL investors bet on an ETF approval and set price targets from $300 to $1,000. The ETFs are live now, but Solana price still trades below $200. Did traders sell the news?
KRW1 Stablecoin Launches on Circle’s Arc Network via Vidax
TLDR: Vidax will issue the Korean Won-backed stablecoin KRW1 on Circle’s new Arc blockchain network. The collaboration follows a formal MOU between Vidax and Circle to support stablecoin integration. KRW1 marks Korea’s entry into Circle’s global stablecoin system for cross-border crypto settlements. The KRW1 trademark registration completed in 2023 positions Vidax to lead Korea’s stablecoin [...] The post KRW1 Stablecoin Launches on Circle’s Arc Network via Vidax appeared first on Blockonomi.
Ondo Finance Brings Tokenized Stocks, ETFs To BNB Chain With New Expansion
DeFi platform Ondo Finance has unveiled its integration with the BNB Chain to bring more than 100 tokenized stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to the network’s millions of daily active users. Related Reading: French Lawmakers Propose National Bitcoin Reserve Bill To Hold 2% Of BTC’s Supply Ondo Finance Expands To BNB Chain On Wednesday, Ondo […]
XRP ETF Flows Will Exceed What People Are Expecting, Analyst Predicts
XRP ETF flows will shatter expectations, according to analyst Nate Geraci
Germany’s AfD Calls for Bitcoin Exemption From EU MiCA Rules
The German opposition party, Alternative for Germany, is demanding that the German government exempt bitcoin from the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets regulation. Arguments for Special BTC Status The German opposition party, the Alternative for Germany (AfD), has escalated its stance on bitcoin ( BTC) by filing a motion in the Bundestag (Parliament) calling for […]
S&P Downgrades Strategy to B- for Bitcoin Focus
S&P Global Ratings has assigned a B- issuer credit rating to Strategy Inc, the company formerly known as MicroStrategy. The rating comes with a stable outlook, meaning S&P does not expect major changes in the short term. Strategy Inc is well-known for its unconventional business model. Instead of using its capital mainly to grow its […] The post S&P Downgrades Strategy to B- for Bitcoin Focus appeared first on Altcoin Buzz.
Safello and DDA Ready Staked TAO ETP Ahead of SIX Swiss Exchange Listing
TLDR: Safello issues its first staked TAO ETP with DDA, offering full TAO staking rewards to investors. The TAO ETP, ticker STAO, will list on SIX Swiss Exchange on November 19 with a 1.49% fee. Investors gain regulated exposure to Bittensor and automatic reinvestment of staking rewards. The ETP tracks the Kaiko Safello Staked Bittensor [...] The post Safello and DDA Ready Staked TAO ETP Ahead of SIX Swiss Exchange Listing appeared first on Blockonomi.
How To Find Early Altcoin Gems Using CoinEx OnChain
Most traders only find the next 100x gem after it moons. But what if you could spot it before anyone else even hears about it? Until a few weeks ago, I was missing every early altcoin wave. Everything pumped before I even had a chance to get in. That’s when I tested CoinEx’s new OnChain trading […] The post How To Find Early Altcoin Gems Using CoinEx OnChain appeared first on Altcoin Buzz.
Anchorage Digital Extends Institutional Custody Support to Bybit’s bbSOL Token
TLDR: Bybit’s staked SOL token, bbSOL, now gains institutional custody via Anchorage Digital’s regulated platform. Anchorage Digital’s custody solution brings federal compliance and security to Bybit’s Solana liquid staking product. The partnership positions bbSOL as an institutional-ready asset bridging exchange liquidity with bank-grade protection. Institutional investors can now access Solana staking yields with regulatory assurance [...] The post Anchorage Digital Extends Institutional Custody Support to Bybit’s bbSOL Token appeared first on Blockonomi.
US to reduce tariffs on China to 47%
The tariff reduction may ease trade tensions, potentially boosting economic cooperation and consumer benefits between the US and China. The post US to reduce tariffs on China to 47% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Kalshi Sues New York Regulator Overreach
Kalshi has filed a lawsuit against New York state regulators. The company says New York is trying to control how its prediction markets work. Kalshi argues this is illegal because only the U.S. federal government has the power to regulate its exchange. Kalshi runs a market where people trade on events, like sports or economic […] The post Kalshi Sues New York Regulator Overreach appeared first on Altcoin Buzz.
TRUMP token issuer plans to acquire U.S. arm of crowdfunding platform Republic
A crypto firm tied to a U.S. president Donald Trump is exploring a deal to acquire U.S. operations a major crowdfunding platform. Fight Fight Fight LLC, the company behind the Trump-linked memecoin, is in discussions to acquire the U.S. operations…
Analyst Links Bitcoin’s Next Moon Phase to a Major November Rally: Here’s the Outlook
TLDR: The Bitcoin dark moon phase brought choppy movement with mild bullish bias, matching prior market patterns. Analyst Drazzzzz expects the next moon phase starting October 29 to flip Bitcoin’s trend toward bullish momentum. November could bring stronger market moves if historical lunar-linked price trends hold, per past data. Bitcoin’s last four dark moon periods [...] The post Analyst Links Bitcoin’s Next Moon Phase to a Major November Rally: Here’s the Outlook appeared first on Blockonomi.
European central bank pushes for CBDC launch in 2029: Report
Nigeria, the Bahamas and Jamaica are only three jurisdictions with launched CBDCs, according to the American think tank, the Atlantic Council.
BlackRock, Fidelity, and ARK 21Shares clients sell $396 million worth of Bitcoin
Institutional Bitcoin sell-offs may signal increased market caution, potentially impacting crypto market stability and investor confidence. The post BlackRock, Fidelity, and ARK 21Shares clients sell $396 million worth of Bitcoin appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Banks’ concern over stablecoins ‘ignores reality’ — Coinbase
US banking groups have urged Congress to clamp down on stablecoin yields, arguing it would trigger a US banking customer exodus.
Trump, Xi meet in South Korea to iron out tariffs that sank crypto this month
US President Donald Trump has flown to South Korea to meet Chinese leader Xi Jinping to resolve trade tensions between the world’s two superpowers.
Australian Regulator Updates Guidance Classifying Digital Assets as Financial Products
ASIC clarifies that many digital assets are financial products and provides transitional relief to support innovation. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) on 29 October 2025 published updated guidance stating that stablecoins, wrapped tokens, tokenized securities and digital asset wallets can be financial products under existing law, and confirmed a sector‑wide no‑action position until […]
Ethereum courts Wall Street with new ‘institutions’ website
Ethereum Foundation launches a dedicated resource to streamline institutional onboarding and showcase enterprise-grade use cases.
Solana’s HumidiFi DEX to launch WET token on Jupiter’s new DTF ICO platform
One of Solana’s leading trading platforms is taking a new step that could reshape how tokens are launched across the network. HumidiFi, a leading decentralized exchange on Solana, will launch its native WET token through Jupiter’s new Decentralized Token Formation…
Circle Launches Arc Testnet With Visa, Mastercard, and BlackRock to Bridge TradFi and Blockchain
Stablecoin leader Circle, the issuer of USDC, has officially launched its Arc testnet with VISA, Mastercard and other major partners, a new Layer-1 blockchain designed to serve as the “economic operating system for the internet.” Related Reading: Solana Price Set For Double-Digit Rally Above $230: Analyst Reveals How To Spot Next Move The testnet already […]
TRUMP token issuer exploring deal to buy Republic’s US operations
The acquisition could diversify Fight Fight Fight LLC's business model, potentially reshaping the crowdfunding landscape and digital asset integration. The post TRUMP token issuer exploring deal to buy Republic’s US operations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
AAA Credit Meets Blockchain in Securitize’s Latest Onchain Fund With BNY
Securitize has joined forces with BNY to launch the Securitize Tokenized AAA CLO Fund (STAC), the first onchain fund focused on AAA-rated collateralized loan obligations (CLOs), with Grove Finance anchoring $100 million. BNY and Securitize Push Structured Credit Into the Digital Age In a move bridging Wall Street credit sophistication with blockchain efficiency, Securitize and […]
Early Ethereum whales stirring? Data shows old Ether is moving
Over the last three months, three wallets that participated in the Ethereum ICO have started moving tokens again after nearly a decade of inactivity.
Retail stablecoin boom helps send Tron active wallets to new highs
Activity on Tron is booming, with a 69% week-on-week rise in active addresses to 11.1 million, and Tuesday’s 12.6 million transaction count being the network’s largest in two years.
Metamask developer Consensys picks JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs to lead IPO
Consensys, the Ethereum software company behind MetaMask, is preparing to enter public markets with help from two of Wall Street’s biggest investment banks. Blockchain software firm Consensys has selected JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs to lead its initial public offering preparations, …
OpenAI prepares for IPO with potential $1T valuation: Reuters
OpenAI's IPO could reshape the tech landscape, influencing AI investment trends and competitive dynamics in the global market. The post OpenAI prepares for IPO with potential $1T valuation: Reuters appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Bitcoin Long-Term Holders Dump 325,600 BTC — Biggest Monthly Drop Since July ‘25
Bitcoin (BTC) is attempting to push above critical demand levels today as traders position ahead of the US Federal Reserve meeting, a key event that could influence market direction for the weeks ahead. The market remains cautious but tense, with volatility expected to spike once the Fed reveals its stance on interest rates and quantitative […]
Solana ETF by Bitwise Dominates 2025 Launches—and Day 2 Blows Past Expectations
Bitwise’s Solana ETF roared into 2025 with the year’s most dominant debut, with day two trading skyrocketing past launch levels as investors rushed toward Solana exposure, staking rewards, and accelerating institutional crypto adoption. Solana ETF Tops All 2025 Debuts in Volume—and Day 2 Blows Past Day 1 Investor enthusiasm for crypto funds accelerated this week […]
Bitwise Clients Pour $69M Into Solana as Bulls Fight to Reclaim $200 Resistance Zone
Institutional confidence in Solana (SOL) continues to surge as Bitwise clients invest a massive $69.5 million, supporting the blockchain as a frontrunner among alternative Layer-1 assets. The investment shows a growing appetite for scalable, low-cost blockchain solutions beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum. Related Reading: Solana Just Solved Its Biggest Data Problem, Says Helius CEO Solana has […]
CME Highlights Surging XRP Futures as Institutional Trading Momentum Builds
XRP is accelerating into mainstream finance as institutional demand climbs, regulatory clarity fuels adoption, CME expands crypto derivatives, and major corporations integrate XRP into operations, reinforcing its position as a leading institutional-grade asset. XRP Trading Expands on CME as Regulatory Clarity Boosts Institutional Demand Institutional enthusiasm for XRP and other digital asset derivatives continues to […]
21Shares files HYPE ETF, Bitwise Solana ETF sees ‘huge number’ on day 2
21Shares has filed for a Hyperliquid ETF, while Bitwise’s Solana staking ETF has a big day of trading as investors perk their ears toward altcoins.
Bitcoin Buy Signal: Binance BTC/Stablecoin Ratio Hints at Incoming Supply Shock
Bitcoin (BTC) is attempting to reclaim key resistance levels this week as traders brace for the US Federal Reserve meeting later today—a pivotal event that could set the tone for risk assets heading into November. Market volatility has tightened in recent days, with investors watching whether the Fed will maintain its restrictive policy or hint […]
Ripple-Backed Evernorth’s $1B XRP Vault Signals the Start of Massive Institutional Era
XRP is surging back into the spotlight as institutional buying heats up, with a Ripple-backed investment firm nearing $1 billion in holdings—signaling accelerating confidence from deep-pocketed players and a seismic shift in XRP’s long-term narrative. Ripple-Backed Evernorth Nears $1 Billion in XRP Amid Explosive Institutional Demand Bullish sentiment surrounding XRP is strengthening as institutional accumulation […]
Fidelity Files Amendment to its S-1 for Solana Spot ETF
Key Highlights Fidelity Investments advanced its own planned Solana ETF by filing a major amendment with the SEC…
Ondo tokenizes over 100 US stocks and ETFs on BNB Chain
More than 3.4 million daily users of BNB Chain now have access to over 100 tokenized stocks and ETFs on Wall Street after the latest move from Ondo Global Markets.
XRP-Based Loans to Launch in December, Ethereum to $5,000, Western Union to Introduce Solana-Based Stablecoin — Crypto News Digest
Crypto market today: Uphold has proposed crypto loans in XRP, ETH, USDC and BTC; the price target for Ethereum is much higher than anticipated; Western Union to launch Solana-based stablecoin.
Crypto Market Prediction: Ethereum's (ETH) Goodbye to $4,000? Shiba Inu (SHIB) Adding Another Zero? Is $115,000 Unbreakable for Bitcoin (BTC)?
The cryptocurrency market's momentum has shifted once again despite the relatively positive dynamics we witnessed a few days ago.
Germany’s Poll-Leading Party Goes Full Pro-Bitcoin
Germany’s largest opposition force, Alternative für Deutschland (AfD), has submitted a Bundestag motion positioning Bitcoin as a strategic technology and urging Berlin to protect the protocol—and its users—from what the party calls excessive government and EU control. The motion, under the title “Recognizing the Strategic Potential of Bitcoin – Preserving Freedom through Restraint in Taxation […]
NASDAQ-Listed Dogecoin Treasury Highlights Where DOGE Is Better Than Bitcoin
Nasdaq-listed Dogecoin treasury company Bit Origin has highlighted the areas in which DOGE is outpacing Bitcoin. This came as the company made the case for why the meme coin is the better option for daily payments, as it looks to push DOGE’s adoption. Dogecoin Treasury Company Makes Case For DOGE Over Bitcoin In an X […]
Grayscale Unleashes Solana ETF With Staking—77% Yield Storm Hits US Markets
Solana’s explosive momentum just hit a new milestone as Grayscale’s Solana Trust ETF begins trading on NYSE Arca, giving institutions direct, staking-enabled exposure to one of crypto’s fastest-growing blockchain ecosystems and signaling unstoppable mainstream adoption. Grayscale Solana Trust ETF Launch Marks Major Leap for Institutional Crypto Exposure Solana’s accelerating role in institutional crypto adoption gained […]
Bitcoin Whale Activity Hits Two-Month High
Bitcoin whales are increasingly moving large amounts of tokens as over 6,311 large Bitcoin transfers have been recorded in just about one week.
Bitchat hits No. 2 on app charts in Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa strikes
Downloads for decentralized messaging app Bitchat has surged in Jamaica as 185-mile-per-hour winds batter the Caribbean, cutting off communication.
Analyst Sees Bitcoin Breaking All-Time High Before Year-End
Bitcoin is charging toward a breakout as global liquidity floods markets, policy easing gains momentum, and investors rush into risk assets—positioning the crypto giant for potential record highs and an end-of-year rally. Bitcoin Eyes Record Highs as Fed Eases and Liquidity Surges Bitcoin may be approaching a breakout as the U.S. Federal Reserve shifts toward […]
WLFI Climbs Fast After Surprise Legal Hire From Robinhood Ranks
TLDR World Liberty Financial appointed Mack McCain as its new General Counsel. McCain previously held senior legal roles at Robinhood, Arta Finance, Charles Schwab, and Scottrade. WLFI token price surged by over 7 percent following the announcement. The token rose from $0.138 to $0.1479 according to TradingView data. WLFI described the appointment as a step [...] The post WLFI Climbs Fast After Surprise Legal Hire From Robinhood Ranks appeared first on Blockonomi.
Mastercard in talks to acquire zerohash for nearly $2B: Report
The potential acquisition would mark one of Mastercard’s largest crypto bets yet, expanding its stablecoin and tokenization infrastructure amid growing competition.
Bitcoin Steadies Above $110K as Fed Cuts Rates by 25 bps
Bitcoin price faces overhead supply at $116,000 resistance, signaling a risk of continued market correction. In a 10-to-2…
Securitize, BNY Mellon launch tokenized fund backed by structured credit
Securitize and BNY Mellon are bringing AAA-rated collateralized loan obligations onchain, with Grove planning a $100M anchor as institutional demand for tokenized assets grows.
XRP price prediction as Fed cuts interest rate
The Federal Reserve’s latest rate cut has set off a mixed reaction across risk assets. XRP is hovering near $2.63, holding steady as traders weigh whether easier policy will reignite crypto inflows — or if cautious Fed guidance will blunt…
Consensys Picks Wall Street Giants: Is a MetaMask IPO Finally Coming?
TLDR Consensys has selected JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs to lead its planned initial public offering. The company is best known for developing MetaMask, a widely used Ethereum wallet. Axios reported that the IPO preparations are underway, but the company has not confirmed a timeline. A Consensys spokesperson stated that the company is continuously exploring growth [...] The post Consensys Picks Wall Street Giants: Is a MetaMask IPO Finally Coming? appeared first on Blockonomi.
Visa Opens The Floodgates — Stablecoin Payments To Span 4 Blockchains
Visa announced support for four new stablecoins across four blockchains, moving deeper into crypto payments. According to the credit card firm’s Q4 2025 earnings call, card spending tied to stablecoins has surged fourfold year-over-year. That kind of growth, company executives say, points to rising use of tokenized money on established payment rails. Related Reading: IBM […]
Tether now holds $135B in U.S. debt - Bigger than South Korea!
Key Takeaways How is the GENIUS Act influencing Tether’s growth? It prompted Tether to launch USA₮, a compliant dollar-backed token tailored for U.S. regulations. Is USDT still the dominant staThe post Tether now holds $135B in U.S. debt - Bigger than South Korea! appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Is a DAT Buyback Wave Emerging? Bitcoin and Ether Treasuries Test Repurchase Strategies
A series of share repurchase announcements from leading digital asset treasury (DAT) firms has sparked debate over whether a new buyback meta is taking shape in the crypto sector. DAT Firms Are Buying Themselves Back — and Investors Are Watching Closely Three digital asset treasury (DAT) firms—Metaplanet, Lite Strategy, and ETHzilla—have all launched share repurchase […]
Pro-crypto org backs Andrew Cuomo for NYC mayor as election approaches
With less than a week until New Yorkers choose their next mayor, a political organization promoting digital assets has endorsed and spent funds supporting Andrew Cuomo.
21Shares Files for Hyperliquid ETF as Crypto ETF Market Expands
TLDR 21Shares has submitted an application to the SEC for a new Hyperliquid ETF. The proposed ETF will track the HYPE token which powers the Hyperliquid decentralized exchange. Coinbase and BitGo will serve as custodians for the digital assets held by the ETF. The Hyperliquid ETF would be the second HYPE-focused ETF proposal after Bitwise’s [...] The post 21Shares Files for Hyperliquid ETF as Crypto ETF Market Expands appeared first on Blockonomi.
FOMC Delivers Rate Cut, But Markets Signal Trouble Ahead
TLDR The Federal Reserve Open Market Committee reduced interest rates by 25 basis points on Wednesday. The new target range for the Federal Funds rate is now between 3.75% and 4.00%. Investors had already anticipated this rate cut, which limited its immediate market impact. Bitcoin dropped by 2.4% following the FOMC rate cut announcement and [...] The post FOMC Delivers Rate Cut, But Markets Signal Trouble Ahead appeared first on Blockonomi.
US prosecutors object to crypto policy arguments amid MEV bot trial
As the trial of Anton and James Peraire-Bueno entered its 11th day, a judge may soon decide whether Coin Center can weigh in on the case through an amicus brief.
ONDO Brings Tokenized U.S. Stocks to BNB Chain’s 3.4M Users
TLDR ONDO has launched its tokenized stock trading platform on the BNB Chain network. The expansion allows over 3.4 million daily BNB Chain users to trade tokenized U.S. stocks and ETFs. ONDO now offers more than 100 tokenized assets including Apple stock and various ETFs. The platform operates 24 hours a day and targets investors [...] The post ONDO Brings Tokenized U.S. Stocks to BNB Chain’s 3.4M Users appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitcoin Price Could Hit $150K in 2025, Says Strategy Co-Founder
TLDR Michael Saylor believes the Bitcoin price will reach $150,000 by the end of 2025. He shared this prediction during an interview at the Money 20/20 conference in Las Vegas. Saylor said the regulatory stance in the United States is becoming more favorable toward digital assets. He pointed to the SEC’s support for tokenized securities [...] The post Bitcoin Price Could Hit $150K in 2025, Says Strategy Co-Founder appeared first on Blockonomi.
FOMC cuts interest rates, but move was already 'priced in': Analyst
Analysts say the crypto market has already priced in Wednesday's interest rate cut, but the Federal Reserve remains divided on an additional cut in December.
From Fugees to Fintech: Wyclef Jean Joins Circle to Explore Stablecoin Payments Through Art
Circle Internet Group has tapped Grammy Award-winning artist and humanitarian Wyclef Jean as its Global Culture Advisor, in a collaboration aimed at showcasing how stablecoin technology is reshaping financial access and creativity across the globe. Circle Teams up With Wyclef Jean to Connect Culture, Finance, and Technology The partnership will center on storytelling, performance, and […]
Bitcoin Dolphins Are Dominating With Rapid Buying, How Much Have They Bought And Hold?
The latest Bitcoin on-chain data reveals a notable development among mid-tier investors known as Dolphins (wallets holding between 100 and 1,000 BTC). These entities, which are seen as the balance between retail traders and institutional whales, have quietly become the most dominant cohort in 2025. Their accumulation trend, which started earlier this year, has now […]
Ethereum Foundation Quietly Opens New Doors for Global Finance Entry
TLDR The Ethereum Foundation has launched a new portal focused on institutional adoption. The portal highlights Ethereum’s 10-year uptime and positions it as a secure financial infrastructure. Ethereum is presented as a neutral settlement layer for global financial operations. The Ethereum Foundation created an Enterprise Acceleration team to support business onboarding. The portal focuses on [...] The post Ethereum Foundation Quietly Opens New Doors for Global Finance Entry appeared first on Blockonomi.
Odds of BTC Hitting $130K This Month Drop to Nearly 0%
"Floptober" is turning into a complete disaster for Bitcoin bulls
Consensys selects JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs to lead MetaMask developer’s planned IPO
Consensys selects JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs to lead its planned IPO, marking one of the biggest crypto-native listings to date. The post Consensys selects JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs to lead MetaMask developer’s planned IPO appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Interview | Europe is falling behind on crypto regulation: BTCS
Overregulation threatens to remove Europe’s edge in digital assets, says Wojciech Kaszycki, CSO of BTCS. A few years ago, Europe looked like the leader in crypto regulation. Today, that leadership is slipping. As global regulatory frameworks for crypto begin to…
Institutional traders now drive 80% of Bitget’s volume: Report
Bitget’s liquidity gains mirror an industrywide shift as exchanges such as Binance, OKX and Crypto.com compete to attract professional and institutional traders.
Bitcoin Price Crashes to $109,000 Then Rebounds as Jerome Powell Stays Neutral on Future Cuts
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Crashes to $109,000 Then Rebounds as Jerome Powell Stays Neutral on Future Cuts Bitcoin price fell to $109,000 after the Federal Reserve cut rates by 0.25% but Jerome Powell signaled that no further cuts were guaranteed this year. This post Bitcoin Price Crashes to $109,000 Then Rebounds as Jerome Powell Stays Neutral on Future Cuts first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
Will tokenized Ferraris pull real BTC and ETH flows?
Ferrari is making a pit stop in crypto, but only for its VIP clientele. The Italian automaker plans to issue a “Token Ferrari 499P” that its 100 most exclusive customers can use to bid on a Le Mans-winning race car. It’s a glossy crossover of luxury and blockchain: own a slice of Ferrari history via […] The post Will tokenized Ferraris pull real BTC and ETH flows? appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Solana Bounces But Stalls Below $200
Solana price analysis by Coinidol.com.
NFTs are coming back but Blue Chip projects are on life support
NFT trading activity showed signs of life in Q3 2025, breaking a long stretch of decline that defined the post-hype years. After two years of contraction and shifting narratives, on-chain markets found a new footing, not in blue-chip collectibles or speculative art, but in cheaper rails, loyalty programs, and sport-linked assets that traded more on […] The post NFTs are coming back but Blue Chip projects are on life support appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Can Solana handle 100M Western Union users sending dollar tokens worldwide?
Western Union will distribute a Solana-based stablecoin to its 100 million-plus customers starting in the first half of 2026, pairing Anchorage Digital Bank’s federally regulated issuance with a global on/off-ramp network that converts crypto wallet balances to local cash. Announced on Oct. 28, this model challenges the neutral-infrastructure strategies deployed by Visa and Stripe. The […] The post Can Solana handle 100M Western Union users sending dollar tokens worldwide? appeared first on CryptoSlate.
$500M BTC credit: Is Metaplanet proving crypto treasuries are momentum trades?
Yesterday, Oct. 28, Metaplanet authorized a share buyback program disclosing a Bitcoin (BTC)-secured credit facility of up to $500 million. This capital allocation tool works best when the stock trades below its market-to-net-asset-value ratio, amplifying gains in Bitcoin rallies and magnifying losses in drawdowns. The Tokyo Stock Exchange filings set a buyback cap of ¥75 billion, […] The post $500M BTC credit: Is Metaplanet proving crypto treasuries are momentum trades? appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Is the EU Bitcoin race starting? France targets 420k BTC as Germany weighs reserves
For decades, Europe’s wealth was measured in gold and bonds. Now, two of its largest economies are preparing to add something new to their strategic vaults. This week, news has emerged that political leaders in Germany and France have each introduced proposals to establish a national Bitcoin reserve in a move that could redefine the architecture […] The post Is the EU Bitcoin race starting? France targets 420k BTC as Germany weighs reserves appeared first on CryptoSlate.
TRON DAO Participates in Europol’s 9th Global Conference on Criminal Finances and Cryptoassets
Geneva, Switzerland, October 28, 2025 – TRON DAO, the community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet through blockchain technology and decentralized applications (dApps), participated in the 9th Global Conference on Criminal Finances and Cryptoassets, held on October 28-29, 2025, at the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) headquarters in Vienna, […] The post TRON DAO Participates in Europol’s 9th Global Conference on Criminal Finances and Cryptoassets appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Bitcoin fork Zcash up 380% to $5.8B: Does scarce privacy have legs?
Zcash (ZEC) was little more than a historical footnote for most of the past years. The digital asset was seen as a relic of crypto’s cypherpunk age, forgotten amid the rise of AI tokens, restaking narratives, and layer-2 rollups. Yet, it has become 2025’s most surprising comeback story almost overnight. CryptoSlate data shows Zcash surged […] The post Bitcoin fork Zcash up 380% to $5.8B: Does scarce privacy have legs? appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Are Ethereum ETFs a price headwind?
US-traded spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded persistent outflows during late September and mid-October, periods that coincided with relative weakness in the ETH/BTC ratio. Yet, non-US inflows and continued staking growth blunted the price impact, suggesting the headwind is episodic rather than structural. The question of whether ETF redemptions drive Ether’s underperformance against Bitcoin requires […] The post Are Ethereum ETFs a price headwind? appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Crypto market loses $100 billion in market cap while S&P hits new highs
Bitcoin fell over 4 percent to near $111,000 on Wednesday as U.S. equities set new highs ahead of the Federal Reserve decision, a divergence driven more by crypto’s positioning and flows than a broad macro risk-off. Nvidia crossed $5 trillion in market value, concentrating stock gains in a handful of AI leaders even as crypto […] The post Crypto market loses $100 billion in market cap while S&P hits new highs appeared first on CryptoSlate.