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Next week’s crypto market catalysts include major earnings reports, shareholder votes, IPOs and spinoffs that could drive cross-market volatility and offer trading opportunities. Key earnings from AMD and Palantir, alongside McDonald’s, Airbnb and Tesla, may trigger price swings in both equities and crypto markets. Tesla shareholders will vote on Elon Musk’s pay package, while Synovus and Pinnacle Financial seek merger approval. New IPOs like Off The Hook and BETA Technologies, plus spinoffs from DuPont’s Qnity Electronics and Hamee’s Ne Inc., present fresh entry points. Investor days at Caterpillar, Bank of America, LendingClub and Western Union round out the calendar. Crypto traders should monitor these crypto market catalysts for potential spillover effects between sectors.

Global regulators, led by the Basel Committee, are set to review and lower stablecoin capital requirements originally slated for full enforcement in 2025. The 2022 Basel standard imposes a 1,250% risk weight on permissionless stablecoins such as USDT and USDC, which US, EU, UK and Singapore authorities deem excessive. Proposed adjustments would align stablecoin capital requirements with their reserve backing and push implementation to 2026, while the enforcement deadline has already been delayed by one year. Lowering stablecoin capital requirements could encourage banks to expand custody and payment services for USDT and USDC, boosting market liquidity and institutional adoption. Traders should monitor updates from the Basel Committee, US regulators, the EU capital package and forthcoming UK, Singapore and Hong Kong frameworks for potential impacts on bank demand and overall crypto-market stability.

Fold and Steak ’n Shake have teamed up to launch a limited-time Bitcoin Burger that rewards diners with $5 in BTC. Customers at nearly 400 U.S. locations upload their receipts on bitcoinmealdeal.com and claim instant Bitcoin rewards through the Fold app. Fold, a Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin services firm, integrates these crypto rewards into its debit card ecosystem, already offering cashback on everyday spending. After Steak ’n Shake introduced Bitcoin payments earlier this year, sales from the crypto community rose measurably. With Bitcoin trading near $109,000, the Bitcoin Burger promotion highlights growing retail adoption of Bitcoin and the convenience of Lightning Network payouts. This campaign makes it easier for new users to earn and hold BTC while showcasing Fold’s strategy of user-friendly crypto reward redemption.

At the APEC 2025 summit in Gyeongju, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent praised Singapore’s stablecoin leadership and strong digital asset adoption. He noted Singapore’s crypto regulation balances innovation with stability, and that the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) doubled stablecoin and digital asset service licenses for international firms in 2024. Bessent also highlighted record capital flows into fintech and blockchain via APEC initiatives. Reports place Singapore first in Web3 employment, registered exchanges and blockchain patents, with nearly 25% of its population holding digital assets—the highest globally. Hosting industry events like Token2049 further cements its reputation. The US endorsement is boosting investor confidence and driving bullish momentum for stablecoins and blockchain projects in the Asia-Pacific market.

ARCS 2.0 has launched a real-world asset (RWA) use case by integrating its ARX token with traditional Japanese kominka homes through a partnership with SSG Holdings and Sun Sun House. Crypto traders can book heritage properties using ARX tokens to unlock exclusive discounts, while hosts earn and stake ARX for membership benefits. Anonymized travel data feeds back into the ARCS data sovereignty bank, creating a self-reinforcing demand loop for the ARX token. The roadmap includes a phased DAO for decentralized governance and listings on BitMart and ProBit to enhance liquidity. By addressing Japan’s vacant home revitalization initiative and tapping into a $2.14 trillion property market, ARCS 2.0 cements ARX utility and bridges blockchain innovation with real-world assets.

Two major Bitcoin whale transfers were recorded from Coinbase in late October. The first Bitcoin whale transfer occurred on October 28, when 6,365 BTC (≈$727 million) moved off Coinbase to an unknown wallet. The second Bitcoin whale transfer on October 31 saw 2,491 BTC (≈$275 million) shifted from Coinbase Institutional to another unknown address, flagged by blockchain tracker Whale Alert. These transfers underscore active institutional involvement and may reflect accumulation, custodial consolidation or sale preparation. If funds return to exchanges, selling pressure could increase; if sent to cold storage, it signals long-term holding. Traders should follow subsequent transactions to gauge supply shocks, liquidity shifts and overall market sentiment.

On-chain analytics from Lookonchain reveal Bitcoin withdrawals totaling 3,470 BTC (about $383 million) off Binance during October and recent market dips. A single whale address first withdrew 1,470 BTC (~$163 million) within an hour, then 2,000 BTC (~$220 million) over two hours into newly created self-custody wallets. These exchange outflows signal institutional accumulation strategies that reduce sell pressure and tighten exchange supply. Traders should monitor Bitcoin withdrawals during dips as key indicators of bullish sentiment and potential price stability.

Forbes has revalued Ripple and its token XRP as a $180 billion crypto empire, reversing last year’s “zombie blockchain” label. A $125 million SEC settlement and clearer regulations have tripled Ripple’s private valuation to $22–30 billion. XRP has soared 366% over the past year, lifting its market cap above $150 billion. Strategic acquisitions—GTreasury (US$1 B), Hidden Road (US$1.25 B), Rail (US$200 M) and Metaco (US$250 M)—have expanded Ripple into treasury management, custody and prime brokerage. Institutional players such as Evernorth plan billion-dollar XRP allocations, underscoring growing institutional adoption. The critical test ahead is integrating these acquisitions to reinforce the XRP Ledger and sustain demand. Traders should monitor whether Ripple’s strategic growth delivers long-term value beyond speculative gains.

TRON price has stabilized above the key $0.29 support level but remains under bearish pressure. Since October 20, TRX price has traded between the 21-day and 50-day simple moving averages (SMAs), with a recent breach of the 21-day SMA signaling growing bearish momentum. A break below the 21-day SMA could drive prices toward the 50-day SMA at $0.277 and potentially to the 2.618 Fibonacci extension at $0.182. On the 4-hour chart, downward-sloping MAs confirm the short-term downtrend. Key resistance zones lie at $0.40, $0.45, and $0.50, while supports are at $0.29, $0.27, and $0.20. Traders should monitor TRON price action around the SMAs and support levels for potential breakouts or breakdowns.

In its Q3 earnings call, MicroStrategy reported net income of $2.8 billion, beating expectations and lifting its stock 6% after hours. Chairman Michael Saylor ruled out any Bitcoin M&A, citing lengthy processes and strategic dilution. Instead, the company will strengthen its balance sheet through digital credit sales and continue Bitcoin accumulation. It added 42,706 BTC this quarter, raising its total to 640,808 BTC at an average cost of $74,032 per coin—the largest corporate holding. CEO Phong Le warned of hidden risks in software and Bitcoin treasury M&A. Rival Strive acquired Semler Scientific in an all-stock deal, gaining 11,006 BTC and ranking as the 12th-largest public holder. S&P Global Ratings assigned MicroStrategy a B-grade, noting limited equity recognition for its Bitcoin assets. The firm targets a 30% Bitcoin yield by year-end and sees BTC potentially reaching $150,000, emphasizing that transparent, measurable Bitcoin purchases deliver predictable results.

Canaan will deliver 4.5 MW of water-cooled Avalon A1566HA-488T ASIC hardware to a Japanese engineering firm for a pilot project enhancing grid stability. The installation operates as a controllable Bitcoin mining load. Canaan’s proprietary control system dynamically adjusts hashrate, frequency and voltage. During surpluses, it overclocks the rigs; when demand rises, it underclocks to balance supply in real time. This demand response model absorbs renewable energy surpluses. It reduces reliance on new generation and gas peaker plants. CEO Nangeng Zhang says the initiative builds on a Netherlands pilot. It positions mining hardware as a digital load balancer for grid frequency regulation. Industry data, including a Digital Assets Research Institute report, attribute up to $18 billion in savings to Bitcoin mining’s role in stabilizing the Texas grid. The project echoes similar work by Brazil’s solar producer Thopen. Traders should watch for increased ASIC demand, shifts in mining power distribution and long-term support for Bitcoin’s network security as grid-aware mining gains traction.

IBM has set a new physics milestone in quantum computing by generating a fully entangled 120-qubit GHZ state on superconducting circuits. The experiment achieved a 0.56 fidelity, surpassing the 0.5 threshold for true entanglement and validating synchronization via statistical parity and direct fidelity estimation. While current quantum computers remain far from breaking modern cryptography, this record signals growing quantum threats to Bitcoin’s SHA-256 and elliptic curve encryption. Independent group Project 11 warns roughly 6.6 million BTC—about $767 billion—could become vulnerable once fault-tolerant quantum computing matures. IBM targets a fault-tolerant Quantum Starling system by 2029. Competitors, including Google’s 105-qubit Willow chip and financial firms testing quantum algorithms, highlight a global quantum race. Traders should monitor quantum computing progress and post-quantum cryptography developments, as breakthroughs may influence Bitcoin security, market sentiment, and long-term price stability.

The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has filed a motion in the Bundestag to create a national bitcoin reserve, positioning bitcoin as digital gold and a strategic hedge against inflation. The proposal follows last year’s controversial sale of 50,000 BTC seized in criminal probes—liquidated for $3 billion but now worth over $6.5 billion at current prices. AfD highlights bitcoin’s capped supply and decentralization, calling it “state-free money” ideal for long-term reserves. The motion insists on preserving tax exemptions for holdings over one year, protecting self-custody rights, and supporting private mining and Lightning Network activities. It also proposes using surplus renewable energy for mining to back Germany’s energy transition. If approved, Germany would become the first major economy with an official bitcoin reserve, potentially spurring broader EU recognition of bitcoin’s role in fiscal diversification, monetary sovereignty and crypto regulation.

GoQuant has launched GoDark, an institutional crypto dark pool offering a private venue for large spot trades. By matching orders off-chain, the platform reduces slippage and shields trading strategies from market exposure. Backed by Copper and GSR and used by FRNT Financial, Stillman Digital, Fasanara Capital, Huckle and Valos, GoDark features ultra-low-latency matching and non-custodial settlement. Execution protections such as minimum fill sizes and best-price matching prevent front-running. Initially supporting spot digital asset trading, GoQuant plans to add perpetual futures, traditional futures and options. This dark pool bridges crypto and TradFi infrastructures, enhancing price discovery, liquidity distribution and overall market stability. Regulatory clarity and institutional education are crucial for broader adoption. This crypto dark pool paves the way for increased institutional capital inflows and improved market efficiency.

Standard Chartered forecasts the tokenized real-world assets market to expand from $35.5B today to $2T by end-2028. It predicts $750B each in tokenized money market funds and U.S. equities, plus $250B in tokenized funds and $250B in private equity, commodities, corporate debt and real estate. The report notes tokenized real-world assets have grown rapidly, reaching $21B in April 2025 and a 545% rise in tokenized U.S. Treasuries, while stablecoin market cap topped $300B in October 2025. Tether Gold (XAUT) market cap surpassed $2.1B in Q3 2025. Drivers include stablecoin liquidity, DeFi banking, robust blockchain infrastructure and Ethereum’s leading settlement role. Regulatory uncertainty ahead of the 2026 U.S. elections remains the main risk. Traders should monitor tokenized real-world assets, stablecoin adoption, Ethereum upgrades and legislative developments as indicators of market momentum.

HC Wainwright upgraded Coinbase shares to buy and raised its price target to $425 from $300 after the crypto exchange reported stronger-than-expected Q3 earnings of $1.9 billion revenue. The new Coinbase target reflects robust institutional demand, higher user engagement and transaction volumes, seasonal bullish trends and potential US regulatory breakthroughs. H.C. Wainwright forecasts 2025 revenue of $7.4 billion and applies a 13.1× EV/revenue multiple to its 2026 estimate of $9.1 billion. Risks include retail trading volatility, changing regulation and market competition. Traders should monitor global crypto regulation developments, institutional adoption rates, major cryptocurrency performance and Coinbase product innovations. This upgrade may boost investor confidence but volatility and regulatory risks persist.

Venezuelan fintech firm Conexus is building a blockchain-based interbank network to integrate Bitcoin and stablecoins into the national banking system. Once live, expected by December, banks will offer crypto custody, transfers, and fiat conversion services for Bitcoin and USDT. Conexus president Rodolfo Gasparri highlights stablecoins as essential hedges against hyperinflation, noting the firm already processes 40% of Venezuela’s electronic transfers. The platform will bring crypto under a regulated banking framework, aligning Venezuela with nations exploring Bitcoin-backed settlement rails and stablecoin reserve systems. Opposition leaders have also proposed adopting Bitcoin as a national reserve asset to help rebuild the economy. Traders should watch for regulatory approvals and rollout pace, as this integration could boost local crypto liquidity, increase demand for Bitcoin and stablecoins, and signal broader acceptance of digital assets in emerging markets.

USDC Treasury has executed two significant on-chain burns, removing 60 million USDC (~$60.08 M) on October 29 and a subsequent 50.24 million USDC (~$50.23 M), totaling over 110 million USDC taken out of circulation. Verified by Whale Alert, these stablecoin burns reflect Circle’s active supply management. Market response was muted, with no major price movements recorded. Traders should monitor future USDC supply changes for potential impacts on liquidity and peg stability.

Ripple’s OCC charter application for a National Trust Bank, filed July 2, entered its final 120-day review on October 31. The OCC will decide whether to approve, deny or extend the Ripple OCC charter, a verdict that could grant federal oversight, enable custody, settlement and payment services, and integrate its RLUSD stablecoin. Amid a potential US government shutdown that may delay or extend the review, investors are watching for public notices from the OCC and statements from Ripple executives. Approval is expected to boost market confidence in XRP, streamline cross-border operations and attract institutional interest, while denial or delay could dampen sentiment. Traders should monitor Ripple’s regulatory filings, OCC updates and emerging partnerships to gauge the charter’s status and anticipate its market impact.

The Australian Federal Police (AFP) decrypted an encrypted crypto wallet backup and seized approximately A$9 million (US$5.9 million) in cryptocurrencies. Digital forensics officers found password-protected notes and an image with mixed number sequences. A data scientist removed extra digits from six groups to reconstruct the 24-word seed phrase and unlock the wallet. The suspect, accused of selling illicit technical products, faced up to ten years in prison for refusing to surrender private keys under Australian law. This operation, the AFP’s second major crypto forensics success after a US$3 million recovery, demonstrates growing authorities’ capabilities in crypto wallet investigations. The seized funds are held by the AFP Criminal Assets Confiscation Taskforce pending court approval and will be reallocated to crime prevention programs once forfeiture is confirmed.

Bitcoin is set to close October down 3.35%, marking its first red finish since 2018 and ending a six-year “Uptober” streak. A mid-month flash crash, driven by US-China tariff concerns, and a surprise 25 bps Fed rate cut failed to restore momentum. Traders are split: some warn of deeper corrections, while others point to November’s historical average gain of 46% and a typical fourth-quarter return of 78% since 2013. Data shows that a weak October usually leads to a modest 11% Q4 gain versus 21% after a strong October, though past cycles saw surges of 57% in 2023 and 48% in 2024. Market participants will watch for a decisive green candle at October’s close. A strong start to November could reignite bullish momentum and support year-end targets around $150,000, but ongoing volatility underscores mixed sentiment.

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan predicts an XRP spot ETF will attract over $1 billion in inflows within months of launch. He highlights about 20 pending XRP spot ETF applications at the SEC—just behind Bitcoin and Solana filings. Strong demand comes from the passionate “XRP Army” and growing institutional interest. On-chain data from Santiment shows $560 million in large XRP purchases last week ahead of key SEC decision dates. A spot ETF would hold actual XRP tokens, offering regulated, transparent, and direct market exposure rather than futures-based tracking. Canary Capital’s updated S-1 filing, which targets a November 13 launch, underscores rising institutional confidence. Bloomberg Intelligence forecasts regulatory approval for over 200 crypto assets within a year. Hougan argues that sustained capital flows, not overall crypto sentiment, drive ETF success, as seen with Bitcoin ETFs’ $107 billion debut inflows despite early skepticism.

Starting November 1, 2025, Coins.ph and BCRemit will launch a stablecoin remittance corridor for Filipinos in the UK, EU, US and Canada. The service converts sender currencies into USDC or USDT on BCRemit’s platform, transmits funds via blockchain rails and reconverts tokens into Philippine pesos in minutes. This stablecoin remittance solution cuts fees by up to 80% compared to traditional banking and removes intermediary delays. Senders can use debit cards, credit cards or bank transfers after verifying accounts. Recipients receive pesos in their Coins.ph e-wallets or bank accounts. Both firms hold Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas licenses. In early 2026, a QR-payment collection feature will enable outbound transfers from the Philippines to the UK, EU, US and Canada. Coins.ph CEO Wei Zhou and BCRemit founder Oliver Calma highlight improved transparency, efficiency and value preservation for over five million overseas Filipino workers. This blockchain-based remittance service boosts financial inclusion and could drive greater demand for USDC and USDT in global markets.

Nordea will roll out its first Bitcoin Synthetic ETP across Sweden, Finland, Denmark and Norway in Q3 2023 via its execution-only platform. The Bitcoin Synthetic ETP uses a swap mechanism with high-quality cash and fixed-income collateral managed by Coinbase Custody and listed by Nordic Trustee under the ticker XBT. Looking ahead, Nordea plans a MiCA-compliant synthetic Bitcoin ETP in December 2025 in partnership with CoinShares. The move expands regulated crypto access for Nordic retail and institutional clients. It follows similar offerings from Nordnet and Valour and reflects strong market conditions highlighted by Coinbase’s revenue growth.

Senator Chris Murphy alleged that Coinbase’s political donations, including $46 million to Trump-linked candidates and support for a $300 million White House event, secured a dropped SEC lawsuit. Chief Policy Officer Faryar Shirzad dismissed the charges as “absurd,” stressing that Coinbase’s Fairshake PAC provides bipartisan funding and works with nonpartisan groups to push for clear crypto regulation and fair market treatment. Coinbase highlighted its long-standing practice of inauguration donations and full transparency through public records. The exchange also defended the SEC’s decision to dismiss its lawsuit as a merit-based outcome, marking a shift from aggressive enforcement to rational review. FEC data show over $119 million in crypto industry donations during the 2024 cycle, underlining growing lobbying efforts. Traders should monitor ongoing regulatory scrutiny and political engagement’s role in shaping U.S. crypto policy.

ING has issued a warning that a surprise Reeves resignation could trigger significant market volatility. The report says that an unexpected Reeves resignation could prompt immediate sell-offs in equities, rising gilt yields and a drop in the British pound (GBP), amplified by automated trading systems that magnify GBP volatility. This shock to GBP volatility would dent business investment, consumer and investor confidence, foreign direct investment and raise government borrowing costs. Crypto traders should monitor this political risk alongside economic indicators such as inflation and interest rates. In the short term, strategies could include portfolio diversification, currency hedges — including stablecoins — and shifts to safe-haven assets. Over the long term, persistent fiscal uncertainty from a Reeves resignation may deter investment and weaken the UK economy, potentially affecting crypto markets as risk sentiment shifts.

Riot Platforms delivered a stronger-than-expected Q3 performance, reporting net income of $104.5 million versus a $154.4 million loss a year ago. Quarterly revenue reached a record $180.2 million, driven by a $93 million increase in bitcoin mining revenue. The firm mined 1,406 BTC at an average cost of $46,324 per coin. Adjusted EBITDA climbed to $197.2 million, boosted by bitcoin gains. Shares of Riot Platforms jumped 5% pre-market on the results. Riot Platforms also advanced its data center expansion, initiating 112 MW of core and shell development at its Corsicana, Texas campus. As of September 30, the company held 19,287 BTC valued at approximately $2.2 billion, with 3,300 BTC pledged as collateral. CEO Jason Les said these milestones will transform Riot Platforms into a multifaceted operator in the crypto infrastructure sector.

EURAU Stablecoin, backed by Deutsche Bank and DWS, has expanded its regulated euro stablecoin to six major blockchains—Ethereum, Arbitrum, Base, Optimism, Polygon and Solana—by integrating Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP). The fully reserved, MiCA-licensed token, approved by Germany’s BaFin in July, uses Chainlink CCIP to enable secure, compliant cross-chain transfers and on-chain settlements. Supported by €1.01 trn in assets under management at DWS and $1.647 trn in Deutsche Bank assets, EURAU Stablecoin targets institutional B2B payments, treasury management and tokenized finance. Plans also include permissioned networks like the Canton Network to further streamline multi-chain liquidity and corporate settlement workflows.

This crypto price analysis reviews the altcoin market over the past week, highlighting initial rallies followed by a correction. Ethereum (ETH) rallied from a $4,000 support test to a 6% weekly gain, but later dipped 2% to $3,800, eyeing support at $3,345. XRP formed bullish patterns to challenge $2.7 resistance before closing 2% higher, supported around $2.4 as MACD remains positive. Cardano (ADA) climbed 8% to $0.77 support before falling 5% back to $0.60, risking a drop to $0.54. Binance Coin (BNB) rose 8% to $1,100 resistance then slipped 4% within the $1,000–$1,200 range, awaiting a breakout above $1,200. Hyperliquid (HYPE) led early gains with an 18% rise to $46 but stalled around $50 resistance, maintaining bullish momentum if it clears this level. Traders should watch key support and resistance levels as the altcoin market exhibits mixed signals and volatile swings.