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While the crypto market shows signs of recovery, BitMine Immersion Technologies stands out with a $321 million Ethereum purchase. This operation places the company, listed on the NYSE, at the top of public ETH treasuries. At the helm, Tom Lee, co-founder of Fundstrat, orchestrates this bold bet in a climate of renewed risk-taking in the markets. This strong signal could redefine the balance of power between Bitcoin and Ethereum.

A historic turning point could unfold in just a few days. Geoffrey Kendrick, crypto head at Standard Chartered, suggests that one favorable week would suffice for bitcoin to never fall below $100,000 again. In a note released this Monday, October 27, he states that if current macroeconomic and geopolitical dynamics hold, the six-figure threshold could become a new durable floor for the market. This projection, if confirmed, would redefine the benchmarks of the entire industry.

A discreet but historic shift has occurred in central bank reserves. For the first time in nearly 30 years, gold surpasses U.S. Treasury bonds. This adjustment, far from trivial, reflects a growing loss of confidence in U.S. sovereign debt. Behind this choice, central banks are reshaping their priorities, betting on the timeless strength of the yellow metal. This signal, almost unnoticed, could redefine the foundations of the global monetary system.

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.

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. Two distinct pieces of information, but indicative of a common trend: the growth of concrete uses in an ecosystem long dominated by speculation. Far from theoretical promises, these projects illustrate a shift towards measurable, functional, and user-oriented applications.

The traditional landmarks of investment are faltering. Faced with market volatility and eroding confidence in classic portfolios, more and more American investors are turning away from stocks and bonds to explore assets deemed more dynamic: crypto, gold, oil, private equity. This movement reflects a profound questioning of established models, driven as much by distrust as by the pursuit of return and freedom. A structural shift confirmed by the latest figures from the Charles Schwab survey.

The Bitcoin derivatives market enters a new phase of euphoria. According to CoinGlass data, the open interest on Bitcoin options has reached an all-time high of 63 billion dollars, driven by a wave of massive bullish positions. Investors now target strike prices between 120,000 and 140,000 dollars, a sign of renewed optimism about the market trajectory.

Driven by Wall Street enthusiasm and the massive arrival of institutional capital, bitcoin seems stronger than ever. Yet, behind this displayed confidence, a warning disrupts the market's euphoria. Tom Lee, president of BitMine, reminds us that the world's leading crypto remains vulnerable. According to him, bitcoin could still collapse by 50%, despite its growing adoption. A warning that brutally brings investors back to the reality of an asset as promising as it is unpredictable.

While cryptos are in turmoil, Elon Musk moves 133 million in bitcoin without a word: secret plan, space whim or just portfolio management? Mystery at the top.

October often rhymes with "Uptober", the month where bitcoin ignites the markets with spectacular increases. However, this year, the scenario turns to disappointment. After a promising start, the queen of cryptos gets stuck in an unexpected bearish dynamic, reviving fears of a possible "red October". A first since 2018, which tests investors' confidence and questions the market's solidity in the face of an increasingly tense global economic context.

A Ripple co-founder quietly sold $764 million worth of XRP over seven years. The operation, although legal and transparent, reignites tensions within the community. As crypto struggles to keep pace with its competitors, this revelation reopens the debate on the impact of internal sales on the token's performance.

Stuck in a symmetrical triangle since mid-September, Solana's price reflects a war of attrition between buyers and sellers. Neither side gives up. But technical and on-chain signals converge: this stalemate is coming to an end. The next breakout could well decide SOL's fate for the coming weeks.

While gold crashes like a soufflé, bitcoin heavyweights enter ETFs. Golden savings melt, crypto heats up... Who stole the cash box?

The $100,000 threshold, long perceived as a strong floor for Bitcoin, is faltering. Falling to $108,938, the asset slips towards a critical zone. Geoffrey Kendrick, analyst at Standard Chartered, now speaks of an imminent break of this symbolic level. The scenario of a drop below $100,000 is gaining ground, reigniting tensions in an already pressured market.

SharpLink Gaming acquired 19,271 ETH for an estimated amount of over 75 million dollars. This operation brings its total reserves to 859,853 ETH, or 3.5 billion dollars as of October 19. The company, listed on the stock exchange and active in the gaming sector, thus becomes one of the largest global holders of Ethereum. In an still uncertain market, this move raises questions about the company's long-term strategy.

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Binance has just hit hard. More than 600 accounts have been closed for abusive exploitation of the Alpha platform via “bot farms”. The announcement dated October 19 targets actors who manipulated the rewards structure and falsified access to crypto token sales and airdrops. This assumed decision repositions the platform on a zero-tolerance line against predatory automation.

XRP is making an unexpected breakthrough in regulated markets. Driven by a record third quarter for the CME, derivatives linked to the asset are exploding, attracting a massive influx of institutional investors. Volumes soaring, open interest at its highest: the XRP futures market reaches unprecedented levels. This dynamic, far from a mere passing craze, marks a strategic turning point for cryptos outside the BTC/ETH duo. A new era opens, where alternative assets gain legitimacy in traditional financial circuits.

While traditional markets wobble under macroeconomic uncertainties, the crypto sphere is not spared, especially on the institutional investment vehicle side. This week, US spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced a massive capital outflow, exceeding one billion dollars in net withdrawals, a strong signal that does not go unnoticed by observers.

Solana is experiencing a marked correction phase after the break of a key support, in a market context dominated by Bitcoin's decline. Discover the technical outlook for the future evolution of SOL.

Bitcoin may keep breaking records in 2025, but public enthusiasm is dangerously waning. Between falling Google searches and a drop in market sentiment, warning signs are multiplying. Have retail investors definitively turned their backs on the queen of cryptos?

This week, the bitcoin fear and greed index dropped to its lowest level in a year, plunging investors into uncertainty. This sudden decline fuels speculation: should one give in to panic or take advantage of this correction to accumulate at low prices? For Bitwise analysts, this fear phase could actually signal the start of a new accumulation cycle, thus offering a strategic investment opportunity in a volatile market.

James Wynn lost $4.8 million in high-leverage crypto trades, continuing a pattern of risky bets that have made him a cautionary figure in the market.

Coinbase is preparing to list BNB, the flagship token of its historic rival Binance. Such an unexpected gesture contrasts with past tensions between the two giants. In a climate of enhanced regulation and strategic repositioning, this decision could mark a turning point in the power dynamics of the sector. Calculated opportunism or signal of appeasement? This rapprochement intrigues as much as it raises questions.

While the market is bleeding, Bitget releases a report: crypto investors still want to load up. 2025, a year of gains... or shocks?

Last Friday, the crypto market experienced a brutal reversal, with nearly 19 billion dollars of open interest wiped out in a few hours. A correction of such magnitude, even in an ecosystem accustomed to volatility, immediately caught analysts’ attention and revived fears of an uncontrolled collapse. However, behind this spectacular drop, the first analyses reveal a very different scenario, that of a planned deleveraging rather than a generalized panic.

Faced with persistent inflation, geopolitical tensions, and unchecked money creation, investors are seeking solid refuges. Gold and bitcoin, long seen as opposites, now move in tandem. One is a millennial pillar, the other a digital outsider, but their curves converge at a historic level, reigniting the debate on bitcoin's role as digital gold.

In the middle of a market crash weekend, BitMine invested 827 million dollars to acquire more than 200,000 ETH. The company now holds 2.5% of the total Ethereum supply, confirming its position as the leading institutional player on the asset. In a context of massive liquidations, this targeted move reflects a conscious long-term accumulation strategy.