Archive October 2025
Sun 26 Oct 2025 ▪
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James G.
Ethereum-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are losing traction as investor demand cools, marking a second consecutive week of outflows. In contrast, Bitcoin ETFs are experiencing a strong resurgence, drawing hundreds of millions in new capital as institutional investors rotate back into the market’s leading digital asset. The diverging flows highlight a shift in sentiment, with traders favoring Bitcoin’s relative stability over Ethereum’s recent weakness.
Sun 26 Oct 2025 ▪
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Ifeoluwa O.
XRP has gained momentum with three days of price growth, a $26.9 billion surge in CME futures, and rising institutional interest.
Mon 27 Oct 2025 ▪
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Luc Jose A.
A strategic turn is emerging between Washington and Beijing. On the eve of a summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, the two powers announce a preliminary agreement to defuse a trade war with global repercussions. This unexpected but calculated signal of détente resonates even in financial markets and the crypto ecosystem, historically reactive to geopolitical tensions. In a context where tariffs and technological restrictions fueled uncertainty, this opening rekindles hope for a sustainable normalization of Sino-American trade.
Mon 27 Oct 2025 ▪
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Mikaia A.
When Solana attacks Ethereum at the throat: Yakovenko reveals the dubious backstage of Layer-2s. Behind the security promises? Omnipotent multisigs and bridges with shaky trust.
Mon 27 Oct 2025 ▪
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Luc Jose A.
Facing the rise of crypto solutions, Western Union is undergoing a major transformation. The company is piloting the use of stablecoins for its cross-border settlements. Present in more than 200 countries, it aims to modernize its financial flows for 150 million customers. This shift, far from symbolic, reveals a clear desire to adapt to a new era where speed, cost reduction, and decentralized infrastructures redefine the standards of international transfers.
Mon 27 Oct 2025 ▪
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Fenelon L.
With 2.84 billion dollars stolen since early 2024, the Pyongyang regime perfects its hacking techniques and deploys thousands of clandestine IT workers. Facing this growing threat, Chainalysis experts observe encouraging signs: the response capacity of Western states and crypto companies is improving significantly.
Mon 27 Oct 2025 ▪
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Eddy S.
In one month, Coinbase's x402 protocol saw its transactions jump by 10,000%, with a record 239,505 operations in one day. A revolution in crypto, where AI and autonomous payments redefine the rules. Dive into the behind-the-scenes of this meteoric rise and its challenges for the future.
Mon 27 Oct 2025 ▪
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James G.
A sweeping FBI operation that led to the arrest of an NBA player and coach last week has shaken both the sports and financial worlds. The incident comes as major leagues and betting platforms move deeper into prediction markets. Notably, the scandal has reignited debate over whether regulators are prepared to handle this new frontier of sports speculation.
Mon 27 Oct 2025 ▪
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Eddy S.
Donald Trump has just appointed Michael Selig to lead the CFTC, a decision that could disrupt the future of cryptocurrencies. With a pro-crypto profile and a clear vision, Selig embodies the American ambition: to become the global capital of crypto.
Mon 27 Oct 2025 ▪
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James G.
Bitcoin’s market structure is showing signs of strain as long-term holders begin moving their coins, leading to a decline in illiquid supply. New data from Glassnode reveal that around 62,000 BTC—worth nearly $7 billion—have left long-term, inactive wallets since mid-October, marking the first major drawdown in the second half of 2025.