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Gold's record-breaking run took a breather this week, snapping an eight-week winning streak as traders took profits ahead of the Federal Reserve's October policy decision.
Following its blistering performance in the first week of October, the Bitcoin price action has been pretty much tame all month. In fact, the premier cryptocurrency has witnessed moments of bearish action in what is widely regarded as the historically bullish month of “Uptober.
As the Solana ecosystem is preparing for the upgrade to come at the end of this year or in early 2026, Repetny shares how he thinks this shift could expand validator participation and improve decentralization, even as higher hardware demands loom.
Illiquid Supply drops while mid-size sellers persist. Can whales steady BTC?
Ethereum on Sunday, Oct. 26, is standing at $4,070 per unit, moving within an intraday range of $3,926 to $4,081.90, while racking up $16.27 billion in trading volume and holding a market cap of $489 billion. The asset is testing overhead resistance with renewed momentum, though its long-term trend remains mixed across technical indicators.
XRP is above BNB after a substantial weekly surge.
Bitcoin's price has been slowly recovering after recent declines, and it has been trading cautiously over the past few days. The rebound has been modest, but the underlying data suggest potential challenges ahead.
Bloomberg Intelligence strategist Mike McGlone continues his series of analyzing the emerging tendencies in financial markets with a fresh prediction of what may come after Bitcoin at $100,000 and gold at $4,000.
Bitcoin (BTC) is showing signs of mounting stress among short-term holders, with on-chain data indicating that recent buyers may be facing losses. This development, tracked through the Short-Term Holder Net Unrealized Profit/Loss (STH-NUPL) metric, could signal an impending market reset and a potential accumulation phase for long-term investors.
Investor demand for XRP is “enormous,” Teucrium Trading President and CEO Sal Gilbertie said during an interview on CNBC's "ETF Edge," crediting the “XRP Army” for rapid traction and calling the fund his firm's most successful launch to date.
A dormant Dogecoin (DOGE) whale has reemerged, moving a whopping 15.115 million DOGE — worth about $2.95 million — out of Binance after being inactive for almost a year. The strange transfer was spotted by Onchain Lens.
Mid-tier Bitcoin miners (Ciper Mining, Bitdeer and HIVE) are closing the gap on industry peers in realized hashrate since the halving.
Even as LINK slides, whales keep buying; what do they know that retail traders don't?
Bitcoin climbed above $113,000 in late Asian hours Sunday, its highest in nearly two weeks, as traders welcomed signs of progress in US–China trade talks that eased fears of another tariff spiral.
Bitcoin is flexing its digital muscles at $113,710, backed by a $2.25 trillion market cap and a cool $26.39 billion in 24-hour trading volume. With prices bouncing between $111,216 and $113,800 today, it seems the world's largest cryptocurrency is doing its best impression of a tightrope walker—with laser eyes.
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With a steady recovery from its steep correction earlier this month, XRP is once again standing in front of a market turning point as it consolidates around the $2.66 mark. Refocusing attention on the $3 psychological level, the recent price action indicates increasing momentum and a potential transition from short-term weakness toward a renewed bullish phase.
The cryptocurrency market continues to face turbulence, and XRP has been at the center of attention this month. Fox Business senior correspondent Charles Gasparino has publicly questioned the coin's sharp 15% monthly decline compared to Bitcoin's modest 1% drop, sparking discussions about altcoin behavior and investor sentiment.
Iran's financial system just suffered one of its most dramatic implosions in years. The country's Central Bank declared Ayandeh bank, one of its largest private lenders, bankrupt and its assets were absorbed by the state.
The first U.S. exchange-traded fund offering spot exposure to XRP has crossed $100 million in assets under management. According to issuer REX Osprey, the REX-Osprey XRP ETF (ticker: XRPR) reached the threshold barely a month after its launch on September 18.
With both on-chain and technical indicators suggesting a possible change in market sentiment, Shiba Inu has displayed some of its strongest accumulation signals in recent weeks. A rebound phase may be developing beneath the surface despite the recent session's lack of volatility, given the combination of stabilizing price action and declining exchange inflows.
The global cryptocurrency market climbed on Saturday after the United States and China reached an early framework agreement on trade issues. The announcement followed what officials described as “successful” talks, lifting the total crypto market cap to $3.83 trillion, up 1.77% in the last 24 hours.
Macroeconomic conditions are encouraging investors to diversify into alternative asset classes. Solana boasts cutting-edge technical performance and an increasingly respected brand.
The recent entry of two high-leverage long positions totaling $29 million by a major whale address 0xC50a indicates that market confidence is increasing despite persistent volatility. At an entry price of $111,658, the whale initiated a 40x long on 149 BTC, which is worth $16.65 million, and a 10x long on 284,501 HYPE tokens, which are worth $12.49 million.
BTC now eyes $114K after a Sunday surge.
The altcoin market has just experienced a massive shakeup, losing roughly $800 billion in value as traders worldwide refocus on Bitcoin (BTC) and crypto-related stocks. The exodus of capital from altcoins underscores a growing divide between retail investors and institutional players, highlighting a structural shift in market behavior.
Aerodrome Finance surged as whales accumulation surged, backed by token buybacks.
Bitcoin BTC$113,324.85 has long been described as “digital gold”, and, like the precious metal, is often pitched as a hedge against inflation. But new data from NYDIG suggests that the narrative doesn't hold up.
XRP price prediction: XRP climbs 11.4% this week, outperforming altcoins, traders eye $2.72 breakout as momentum builds toward $3.15.
DeFi and particularly stablecoins have taken off in 2025. Over 50% of the value locked into DeFi applications is on Ethereum.
Bitcoin has performed strongly below expectations in October, with total monthly gains now estimated at around 1.54%. Following a bullish start, which established a new all-time high at $126,000, the premier cryptocurrency experienced a heavy correction mid-month, resulting in present price levels around $111,400.
XRP is gearing up for its final expansion phase this cycle, with the possibility of an imminent surge toward the $7 target.
The week is closing out on Sunday with crypto looking tired as traders still figure out October's mess. Bitcoin is stuck at just over $111,800, while Ethereum is too weak to hold $4,000.
Ethereum price prediction: ETH steadies near $3,984 as a symmetrical triangle hints at a $4,300 breakout — traders brace for volatility ahead.
Kyrgyzstan has launched a new stablecoin pegged 1:1 to the national currency, the som, marking its latest step toward broader crypto adoption.
Dogecoin has taken a steep tumble over the past few weeks, losing 36% since its September highs. At the time of writing, the popular cryptocurrency trades around $0.1981, down from $0.3066.
Ripple's XRP has managed to slightly break above the 200-day moving average (MA) at $2.6, marking an early bullish signal. However, with significant supply zones directly ahead, the probability of an extended consolidation phase remains high until a decisive move confirms trend continuation.
Bitcoin has been consolidating within a well-defined range, bounded by its 100 and 200-day moving averages. The asset has staged a mild recovery toward the upper boundary, signaling early signs of renewed strength.
Bullish or blind? Why Bitcoin's Q4 target hangs on the FOMC.
XRP bids for $3–$3.45 as Ripple CEO tells investors to “lock in,” fueling bullish momentum.
XRP is the top performer from the 10 largest cryptocurrencies today.
Smaller Bitcoin miners are now gaining ground on bigger competitors in the mining industry.
XRP has surged past Binance Coin (BNB) to reclaim its position as the third-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, driven by short-term buying pressure.
Both assets are slightly up in the past 24 hours.
A seasoned crypto trader has defied October's market turmoil, pocketing roughly $17 million in profit from long positions on Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Bitcoin labeled “the first scarce money” by Kiyosaki – Bitcoin price prediction points to a possible rally into November.
The US-based spot Ethereum ETFs (exchange-traded funds) have registered a second consecutive week of capital outflows. This negative trend comes on the back of what has been a disappointing price performance by the second-largest cryptocurrency in October.
According to data provided by Onchain Lens, a Bitcoin OG deposited a total of 200 Bitcoins (BTC) to Kraken. The coins were worth a total of $22.32 million at the time of the transfer.
ZEC and JUP are the other notable gainers today.
Bitcoin price action favored bulls as the weekly close neared, with BTC nearing $113,000 ahead of a key week for the Federal Reserve.
According to the latest on-chain data, XRP's open interest has returned to a low similar to the one seen in May 2025. Below is the potential implication for the XRP price.
The crypto market is currently in a state of calm as volatility stalls after a historic sell-off earlier in October, which resulted in the wipeout of $19 billion in leveraged bets.
XRP surges past BNB to claim 4th Spot after rebounding from $2.50 support.
Bitcoin's path to mainstream adoption and Wall Street interest has not erased its inherent volatility, according to BitMine chair Tom Lee. In a recent interview, Lee warned that the leading cryptocurrency remains vulnerable to significant price swings, with potential declines reaching as much as 50%, even amid rising institutional participation.
While XRP is showing strength in the short term after regaining the $2.60 support, an artificial intelligence (AI) model suggests the asset is likely to trade below the $3 mark by November 1.
Bitcoin is on the brink of recording its first red October after six years of consecutive gains unless it breaks the $115,000 mark.
Cardano has just crossed 115 million on-chain transactions. Remittix, for its part, opens its testing phase for a wallet designed for cross-border payments.
As Bitcoin tightens supply, short sellers brace for what could be their most painful week yet.
Legendary trader John Bollinger recently sparked a debate about the current Bitcoin price action.
Whale accumulation signals potential market confidence, suggesting strategic positioning for future price recovery amid current volatility. Bitcoin whale accumulates $356.6M in BTC.
New data suggests that BNB has outpaced Ethereum in 2025, driven by strong fundamentals and increased user activity.
A long-dormant Bitcoin miner wallet containing 4,000 BTC has stirred attention in the cryptocurrency community after making its first transaction in 14 years. The move, highlighted by on-chain analytics platform Lookonchain, has triggered discussions about market sentiment, the behavior of long-term holders, and potential implications for Bitcoin price trends.
After years of tension between crypto and traditional finance, a symbolic shift is taking shape inside the world's largest bank. JPMorgan Chase & Co. is reportedly preparing to let institutional clients use Bitcoin and Ethereum as collateral for cash loans.
Regulator Mike Selig has been nominated to serve as the next chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
According to regulatory filings, Jane Street Group disclosed passive stakes in several public bitcoin miners on Oct. 23 and Oct. 24, 2025, sending a ripple through mining stocks. Reports have disclosed holdings of about 5.4% in Bitfarms Ltd.
Heavy inflows, strong technicals
Solana (SOL) is gaining strong attention in the cryptocurrency market as its price climbs near $191 after a 6% daily surge. The rally reflects a combination of technical indicators and major institutional developments that have significantly boosted investor confidence.
XRP rallies past $2.6 as Ripple Prime, ETF inflows, and strong institutional demand lift sentiment. Bulls set sights on the $3 resistance level.
Miners ease offloading while whales and institutions double down.
A massive, unidentified investor, dubbed the “100% win rate mysterious whale,” has significantly expanded its leveraged Ethereum (ETH) position. Reports indicate that the whale increased its stake fivefold, now holding 23,263.23 ETH, worth approximately $90.67 million at an entry price of $3,869.99 per ETH, according to ChainCatcher data.
Revised lawsuit claims Chow's group used popular names to lure investors into Solana-based pump-and-dump schemes.
Ethereum continues to display choppy price action, remaining confined within a critical range as both buyers and sellers await a decisive breakout. Further consolidation is likely before a clear directional move takes shape.
SpaceX just shifted more than $133 million in Bitcoin across new wallets, reigniting curiosity about Elon Musk's crypto strategy.
The SUI price has had quite a disappointing performance in 2025, despite having started the year with a red-hot streak. The cryptocurrency's price rode this new year's momentum to a new all-time high of $5.35 as early as January 4, 2025.
In the rapidly evolving landscape of corporate Bitcoin treasuries, certain names often dominate the headlines, celebrated for their pioneering strategies in accumulating BTC. As institutional adoption continues its march, Capital B is emerging as BTC's most overlooked institutional treasury, prompting a critical re-evaluation of who the true quiet accumulators in the BTC space really are.
Bitcoin (BTC) climbs above $110K as ETF inflows, Fed rate cut bets, and easing US-China trade tensions lift investor sentiment. Key week ahead.
21Shares, a prominent crypto asset issuer, has amended its S-1 filing for a spot Sui (SUI) ETF with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), incorporating staking features, Nasdaq listing confirmation, and other operational details. The market reacted quickly, with SUI price surging 2.5% within an hour of the filing, reflecting growing investor interest in regulated crypto investment vehicles.
HYPE prices rally by 13% after Robinhood adds spot trading, reigniting investor interest and on-chain trading momentum.
Bitcoin has confirmed a breakout above $111,000, showing strength after several weeks of sideways movement. The move comes as inflation data in the United States came in slightly better than expected, lifting both stocks and digital assets.
As prediction markets light up with attention, Polymarket's Chief Marketing Officer Matthew Modabber revealed that the company is gearing up for both a token launch and an airdrop.
President Donald Trump's choice of Mike Selig to lead the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has drawn praise across the financial sector and the crypto community, especially among Ripple and XRP supporters. Selig, a lawyer and former CFTC official, is known for his detailed analysis of digital asset regulation.
Fidelity, one of the world's leading financial services companies, has officially added Solana (SOL) to its trading platforms, opening the door for both institutional and retail investors to access the fast-growing blockchain network. This move highlights Fidelity's ongoing commitment to bridging traditional finance and the digital asset economy while offering investors new opportunities in Web3 and decentralized finance (DeFi).
The REX-Osprey XRP ETF (XRPR) has achieved a major milestone. The product, launched on September 18, 2025, by REX Shares in partnership with Osprey Funds, has now surpassed $100 million in assets under management (AUM).
Brazil is rocketing into the future of finance as institutional tokenization explodes, with VERT Capital's latest on-chain credit milestone on the XRP Ledger signaling that regulated digital assets are going mainstream across Latin America's largest economy.
Dogecoin (DOGE) is showing signs of renewed strength after breaking the $0.195 resistance level in a surge driven by institutional buying and increasing market activity. Analysts suggest that the cryptocurrency is following a Wyckoff accumulation pattern, which may indicate that DOGE is poised for a sustained upward move if the current support levels hold.
As the cryptocurrency market recovers from recent volatility, Bitcoin's medium-sized holders—often referred to as “dolphins”—have continued accumulating, highlighting a growing resilience in the asset despite short-term leverage corrections. Analysts suggest that this behavior could be a key factor supporting the next potential bullish phase for Bitcoin and the broader crypto market.
The aftermath of the October 10 flash crash continues to weigh on the cryptocurrency market, with major digital assets still showing signs of strain. Recent data from an on-chain analysis sheds light on one of the underlying factors behind the market struggle.
Ripple's acquisition of Hidden Road to form Ripple Prime propels XRP and RLUSD to the forefront of institutional finance, merging blockchain infrastructure with global markets and unlocking seamless access to digital assets, derivatives, and cross-asset liquidity.
The threat of losing the $0.3 support was real for TRON bulls, and could make for a volatile weekend for the altcoin.
The discussions surrounding Ripple's strategic expansion have reached a fever pitch, with analysts suggesting that the crypto payments company may be positioning itself to tap into a new $12 trillion United States (US) repo market.
A stablecoin is now live in Kyrgyzstan, which confirmed plans to launch a CBDC and explore a national crypto reserve after meeting with strategic adviser Changpeng Zhao.
Ethereum is showing renewed strength after rebounding from its Bull Market Support Band, a key zone that has historically served as a launchpad for major uptrends. The bounce signals a possible shift in momentum, but the real test now lies ahead.
Global markets are showing signs of turbulence as investors begin rotating funds from traditional safe-haven assets to digital alternatives. Bitcoin, often seen as a volatile asset, is now drawing attention as analysts warn of a potential short-term correction below the $100,000 mark.
Bitcoin and ethereum are emerging as top paths to financial freedom, with Robert Kiyosaki warning that fear of missing out (FOMO) is real for those clinging to outdated systems instead of embracing scarce, soaring digital assets now.
Tether, issuer of the USDT stablecoin, expects to report a net profit of $15 billion at the end of 2025. This projection comes amid a favorable crypto regulatory environment in the United States, driving interest in stablecoins and other digital assets.
Bitcoin is facing increasing pressure around a crucial support zone as U.S.-based spot Bitcoin ETFs continue to show weak inflows, raising concerns among analysts about “demand-side fragility.” Bitfinex analysts warned that the $107,000 to $108,000 support range is under strain following significant net outflows after recent market events.
Ethereum (ETH) is witnessing a strong resurgence of investor confidence as whales and sharkswallets holding between 100 and 10,000 ETHhave collectively added over 218,000 ETH, worth more than $870 million, to their portfolios. The large-scale accumulation comes as Ethereum trades just below the $4,000 mark, signaling growing optimism despite recent market turbulence.
Bitcoin traders are closely watching this weeks Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, with major banks like JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs expecting a potential policy shift from the U.S. Federal Reserve. Market analysts believe the Fed may announce the end of its Quantitative Tightening (QT) program a move that could inject fresh liquidity into global markets and fuel a crypto rally.