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Fidelity has filed an updated S-1 registration statement with the SEC for a spot Solana ETF, disclosing a 0.25% annual fee. The proposed Solana ETF would hold actual SOL tokens, offering direct exposure without wallet management via traditional brokerages. The filing aligns with past Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF moves and follows similar applications by Bitwise and Grayscale, reflecting growing institutional interest in Solana assets. Pending SEC approval, the ETF could boost market liquidity, drive SOL demand, and stabilize price dynamics. Crypto traders should monitor SEC feedback, custody partnerships, fee levels, and competitor activity for trading opportunities and risk management.

Bitcoin price dipped ahead of the Fed’s FOMC meeting, finding support at $112,000 amid typical pre-announcement volatility. Short-term resistance lies between $115,600 and $116,200, while a key technical barrier at $120,000—identified by analyst Ali Martinez—could pave the way toward $143,000 on a successful breakout. On-chain analytics from Glassnode show accumulation near $111,000 and selling pressure around $117,000, compressing trading into a $111K–$117K range. Traders will watch if Bitcoin holds above $112,000 and clears $120,000 to confirm bullish momentum and shape the next directional trend.

Bitwise’s new Solana staking ETF (BSOL) opened with $56 million in trading volume on day one and saw day two volume surge to $72.4 million, making it the highest-volume ETF among nearly 850 new launches this year. This Solana ETF outpaced competing products, including Canary’s Litecoin ETF (LTCC) at $8 million, Canary’s HBAR ETF (HBR) at $1 million, Grayscale’s Solana ETF (GSOL) at $4 million, and REX Osprey’s Solana ETF (SSK) at $18 million on day two. The strong ETF trading volume underscores robust investor demand for regulated staking ETFs and highlights growing momentum in the Solana ecosystem. Traders should monitor BSOL as a key indicator of market appetite for SOL exposure and staking ETF innovation.

Nasdaq-listed Solana Company (HSDT) has increased its SOL holdings by about 100,000 tokens, bringing total reserves to over 2.3 million SOL. The firm stakes its holdings through institutional-grade validators and auto-restakes rewards to compound returns. Its average staking yield exceeds 7%, outperforming the 6.67% APY average of the top ten Solana validators by 35 basis points. Additionally, the company holds more than $15 million in cash and stablecoins to balance liquidity and yield. SOL trades at $199.69 with a $109.7 billion market cap and a weekly gain of 7.75%, backed by strong network metrics of 3,500 transactions per second and 3.7 million daily active wallets. However, HSDT’s stock price has slumped over 50% in the past month to around $6.75. Traders should note this significant SOL accumulation and elevated staking yield as indicators of sustained institutional interest, which may bolster market momentum for SOL tokens.

October saw strong Bitcoin ETF inflows of $4.21 billion, reversing prior outflows and pushing total ETF assets under management to $178.2 billion. Approvals for Solana (SOL), Litecoin (LTC) and Hedera (HBAR) ETFs—and 155 altcoin ETF filings pending—could inject fresh liquidity. Major institutions like BlackRock, Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan expanded Bitcoin and Ethereum services, reflecting growing institutional adoption. Macro factors also favoured risk assets: Fed rate cut expectations (98.3% probability) and a weaker dollar supported markets. On-chain data confirm bullish momentum: DeFi TVL rose 3.5% to $157.5 billion, Bitcoin futures open interest climbed to $53.7 billion, and whale wallets accumulated over $350 million in BTC. Traders should stay alert for further Bitcoin ETF inflows as new altcoin products come online. Analysts Arthur Hayes and Raoul Pal argue that liquidity cycles now dictate crypto trends, forecasting Bitcoin may exceed $200,000 by mid-2026. Traders should remain positioned for continued upside toward year-end.

Meta Q3 earnings showed robust performance, with revenue up 26% year-on-year to $51.24 billion, driven by stronger ad sales. Operating income rose 18% to $20.53 billion. A one-time $15.93 billion tax charge under new US rules cut net income by 83% to $2.71 billion, though adjusted profit would have been $18.64 billion. Reality Labs narrowed its loss to $4.4 billion on $470 million in sales, bringing cumulative losses since 2020 above $70 billion. Daily active users across Meta’s apps reached 3.54 billion (+8%), ad impressions grew 14% and average prices rose 10%. Total costs climbed to $30.71 billion, reflecting AI and infrastructure investment, while capex hit $19.37 billion. Meta ended Q3 with $44.45 billion cash and repurchased $3.16 billion in shares. For Q4, revenue is forecast at $56–59 billion, expenses at $116–118 billion and a tax rate of 12–15%. Traders should watch how Meta Q3 earnings performance and Reality Labs losses influence tech sector risk appetite and potential capital flows into crypto assets.

TeraWulf has launched a private offering of $500 million zero-interest convertible senior notes due May 1, 2032, plus a $75 million over-allotment option under Rule 144A. These convertible notes target qualified institutional buyers and feature a zero-coupon structure. Proceeds will fund a 168 MW Abernathy, Texas data center campus to support Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing for AI, as part of a $9.5 billion JV with Fluidstack backed by a $1.3 billion Google lease. Notes convert into cash or equity under set conditions before Feb 1, 2032, or at any time before maturity, offering upside linked to TeraWulf’s share performance. The company’s stock rose 29% over the past month but recently dipped amid market reactions. CEO Paul Prager said the deal marks a strategic pivot from pure Bitcoin mining to diversified AI infrastructure. Traders should watch pricing, conversion terms and market response to gauge long-term impact.

On October 29, the US Federal Reserve delivered its second Fed rate cut of 2025, lowering the benchmark rate by 25 basis points to a 3.75–4.00% target. Approved by a 10–2 vote with dissents from Governors Miran and Schmid, the move highlighted rising downside risks to employment amid a government shutdown and limited data. At the same time, the Fed announced it will halt quantitative tightening (QT) from December 1, pausing its balance-sheet runoff. This Fed rate cut and QT pause sent shockwaves through the crypto market. Bitcoin (BTC) slid 2.55% to around $110,764, triggering $795.2 million in 24-hour liquidations, according to Coinglass. Analysts view the dovish pivot as a long-term bullish signal for digital assets, expecting improved liquidity and higher risk appetite. Exchange OKX noted that lower borrowing costs and paused QT should support cryptocurrencies. Traders should watch for renewed liquidity-driven rallies and manage volatility around this Fed policy shift.

1X has launched NEO, a 66-lb AI-driven home robot engineered to automate household chores. Operating at just 22 decibels, NEO supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and 5G connectivity, and features a built-in large language model for voice commands, natural conversation and memory of user preferences. Its patented tendon-drive actuation and 22 degrees-of-freedom hands enable safe, precise manipulation of laundry, dishes and more, with up to a 154-lb lifting capacity. Built from soft 3D-lattice polymer for secure interaction with children and pets, NEO is available via a $499 monthly subscription or a $20,000 one-time purchase after a $200 refundable deposit. The launch follows early reservations secured with a $200 deposit and underscores 1X’s strategic entry into the expanding $300–$400 billion home automation and robotics market. For crypto traders, NEO’s integration of AI and edge computing highlights growing demand for compute-intensive applications, potentially supporting blockchain and token-based infrastructure that underpins AI workloads.

In October 2025, the Federal Reserve delivered a 25 basis-point Fed rate cut, lowering its target range to 3.75–4.00%. It also confirmed the end of quantitative tightening (QT) on December 1. This shift reflects slowing inflation and softer labor conditions. The Fed rate cut and QT halt have boosted crypto liquidity. Bitcoin (BTC) held above $110,500 while Ethereum (ETH) hovered near $4,000. Analysts anticipate renewed ETF inflows and higher stablecoin demand in a lower-rate environment. These measures are expected to enhance crypto liquidity further and provide a tailwind for Bitcoin and Ethereum. Traders now assign an 87% probability to another rate reduction by year-end and await Fed Chair Powell’s remarks for further policy guidance. Elevated uncertainty may spur short-term volatility but overall support a gradual, liquidity-driven rally in risk assets.

The MegaETH presale launched on October 28 sold out within minutes, attracting $296 million in bids—5.9 times the available supply. On-chain analysis by Bubblemaps has uncovered a Sybil attack and KYC bypass, with over 20 wallet clusters controlled by single entities staking more than $600,000 each—far exceeding the $186,000 bid cap. Participants reportedly used multiple IDs from associates to register compliant wallets. MegaETH Labs and KYC partner Echo are investigating potential breaches of the one-wallet-per-user policy. This incident underscores persistent challenges in ensuring fair token allocation in Ethereum layer-2 presales. Traders should monitor investigation outcomes, as any invalidations or policy changes could spark volatility in the MEGA token market debut.

Ripple CTO David Schwartz has confirmed that roughly 35 billion XRP escrow tokens (around 35% of the total supply) remain time-locked in escrow under 14,180 contracts, with scheduled monthly releases unchanged. However, Ripple can pre-sell or transfer the legal rights to claim these XRP escrow tokens without triggering a token release, keeping them off the circulating supply while unlocking their economic value through rights trading. Community concerns over potential dilution prompted clarification, with Ripple also routinely re-locking about 70% of released tokens to manage liquidity and mitigate supply shocks. This flexible approach to XRP escrow and supply control may prompt traders to reassess XRP supply metrics, market-cap comparisons versus BTC, and valuation ahead of possible XRP ETF developments.

Coinbase Q3 earnings preview highlights a scheduled earnings release on October 30 after market close. Analysts forecast EPS of $1.19 and revenue of $1.81 billion, up 49.6% year-on-year. This Coinbase Q3 earnings preview notes revenue drivers from higher crypto prices, institutional staking and custody fees, and a paper gain from Circle’s USDC holdings. Trading volumes have slid, raising downside risks if volume remains weak. Monthly transacting users may exceed 8.5 million, signaling renewed retail interest. Traders should watch daily volume and inflows into newly launched US Bitcoin and Ethereum ETPs, which are boosting institutional adoption. Subscription and services revenue, including staking and custody, is growing strongly and diversifies income beyond trading fees. However, reliance on transaction fees and gains from Circle exposure adds volatility to earnings. Key risks include volatile trading volumes and unrealized gains from Circle’s USDC stake. A strong rebound in volumes or higher ETP inflows could drive a bullish surprise, while continued volume weakness may pressure Coinbase Q3 earnings. Traders should focus on volume metrics and ETP flows for market signals.

Former FTX US president Brett Harrison has launched AX, a new perpetual futures platform for traditional assets. Approved by the Bermuda Monetary Authority, AX offers 24/7 trading of perpetual futures on stocks, commodities, energy, metals, indices, currencies and interest rates. The exchange accepts both fiat and USD stablecoins as collateral, mirroring the market structure of crypto derivatives. Architect Financial Technologies is raising a $17 million Series A round backed by Coinbase Ventures, Circle Ventures and the SALT Fund. Future expansions include perpetual futures on AI economy assets such as rare earth minerals, renewable energy and data-centre compute costs. By bridging perpetual futures mechanisms from crypto with conventional markets, AX aims to enhance trading capacity, accessibility and institutional participation.

Bitcoin mining remains profitable in 2025 thanks to institutional inflows, record-high hashrates, improved hardware efficiency and clean energy integration, despite rising network difficulty. With BTC trading above $100,000 and on-chain fees soaring, mining revenue averages $0.08–$0.15 per terahash daily, or up to 8.3% ROI on cloud mining contracts. Profitability now hinges on platform architecture, service fees, electricity sources and payout mechanisms. Clean energy integration and AI-optimized hashrate scheduling have driven down operational costs, according to the Cambridge Bitcoin Electricity Consumption Index. Top cloud mining and hashrate-leasing services include AutoHash (Swiss AI-driven, daily payouts), NiceHash (global P2P marketplace), ECOS Mining (Armenia government-backed, hydro power), Bitdeer (NASDAQ-listed BTDR, green-energy farms), BitFuFu (NASDAQ-listed FUFU, dual hosting), F2Pool (FPPS payouts, multi-currency support), YouHodler (high-yield savings and loans on BTC/ETH rewards), KuCoin (exchange conversion and affiliate incentives), Libertex (BTC CFDs) and Binance Mining Pool (PPS+/FPPS, integrated with exchange wallets). Traders should verify provider transparency, KYC/AML compliance and contract terms. Diversifying across two to three cloud mining platforms can help manage Bitcoin volatility and network difficulty. Focus on clear cost structures, environmental optimization and reliable payouts to build passive Bitcoin mining income.

German asset manager Deutsche Digital Assets and Nordic exchange Safello have launched the Staked TAO ETP on the SIX Swiss Exchange under ticker STAO (ISIN DE000A4APQY4). This regulated Bittensor ETP offers physically backed, cold-stored exposure to the network’s TAO token via BitGo Europe, tracking the Kaiko Safello Staked Bittensor Index. The ETP automatically reinvests staking rewards into the NAV, with a total expense ratio of 1.49%. Traders gain price exposure and yield from decentralized AI staking without direct custody. Bittensor, a peer-to-peer AI network with a market cap exceeding $4.3 billion and a current price near $425 (all-time high $767), benefits from broader institutional and retail access, potentially boosting demand for TAO.

Intuition has launched its InfoFi mainnet after raising $8.5 million. The InfoFi mainnet operates as a layer-3 rollup on Arbitrum Orbit, settling on Coinbase’s Base network. It introduces a Token Curated Graph data model using Atoms and Triples. Developers and AI systems can query a decentralized knowledge graph to verify and monetize on-chain data. The native $TRUST token secures the network through staking on identities and claims. Accurate attestations earn rewards, while misinformation is penalized. The testnet attracted over 900,000 unique accounts, processed 17.5 million transactions and recorded 5.1 million attestations. Backers include Superscrypt, Shima Capital, Fidelity F-Prime, ConsenSys, Polygon, and angel investors such as Joseph Lubin. Upcoming collaborations with Google Cloud, MetaMask and Zero Gravity aim to expand adoption. Traders should monitor initial $TRUST distribution and network usage metrics as key drivers for potential price movements.

Shiba Inu lead ambassador Shytoshi Kusama has been silent on X since mid-September, yet continues to champion AI initiatives across the ecosystem. The team previewed Shib Fun, an AI-driven interactive platform built on TokenPlay by Astra Nova, designed to add real utility to SHIB, BONE, LEASH and TREAT. Testing begins this month, with a full launch set for December 2025. At press time, SHIB trades above $0.00001 at $0.00001026, holding a $6 billion market cap despite bearish pressure. Traders should monitor upcoming announcements and AI developments, as the Shib Fun launch may serve as a key Q4 catalyst for Shiba Inu.

Grayscale Investments converted its Grayscale Solana Trust into a staking-enabled Solana ETF on NYSE Arca. The fund holds 525,387 SOL (over $102m AUM) and stakes roughly 75% of assets, passing 77% of net staking rewards to investors. This debut follows Bitwise’s Solana ETF and Canary’s listings of Litecoin and HBAR ETFs on Nasdaq. Traders should watch SOL price action, ETF inflows, and staking yields as key market indicators.

Zebec Network ZBCN is forming key bullish patterns on both 4-hour and daily charts, signaling a potential 170% upside. On the 4-hour timeframe, an inverted head-and-shoulders with higher lows and a reclaimed neckline near $0.00375, combined with an emerging MACD crossover and rising volume, would confirm a breakout. Meanwhile, the daily chart shows a bullish pennant beneath the 50-day EMA at $0.00407; a decisive close above the pennant’s upper trendline and the EMA could drive ZBCN toward the $0.0102 target. Crypto traders should watch for volume spikes and clear breaks above these resistance levels, while a drop below the right-shoulder low or the pennant base would invalidate the setup. Zebec Network ZBCN traders can leverage these technical signals for strategic entry and exit points.

KuCoin has launched a limited-time zero-fee USDC withdrawals promotion on the XDC Network for the first 20,000 USDC withdrawals between October 28 and November 27. This offer reduces off-ramp friction and boosts stablecoin liquidity on the XDC Network. Technically, XDC formed a bullish flag on its daily chart around $0.0616. A break and daily close above the flag’s upper trendline and the 50-day EMA near $0.0685 would confirm a breakout, targeting an 88% rally toward $0.116. Key support sits at $0.0562. Momentum indicators show a MACD bullish crossover below zero and RSI edging higher. Traders should watch for a volume-backed breakout, a sustained close above the 50-day EMA, and an RSI reading above 50 as confirmation of trend recovery on the XDC Network.

Digital Asset Treasuries (DATs) have emerged as a dynamic institutional alternative to spot crypto ETFs. Since MicroStrategy’s pioneering Bitcoin purchases in 2020 and accelerated adoption in mid-2025, hundreds of Digital Asset Treasuries offer on-chain structures, lower fees and diversified exposure beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum. As operating companies holding crypto on their balance sheets, DATs leverage corporate financing, premium share issuance and on-chain staking yield to boost per-share NAV. For example, Bitwise’s Ethereum Strategy grew its ETH holdings from 163,142 to 1.15 million in one month, driving a 280% NAV gain versus a 60% ETH price rise. Additional advantages include ATM offerings, convertible debt, mergers and support for Layer 1 tokens and yield strategies that spot crypto ETFs cannot execute. Risks such as NAV premium reliance, liquidity swings, regulatory uncertainty and governance challenges remain. For crypto traders, Digital Asset Treasuries represent a flexible tool to access institutional crypto financing and staking income, with potential for higher returns and broader altcoin exposure.

BOS Token has launched at a $200 million fully diluted valuation (FDV). Trading is now live on Binance Alpha and leading CEXs including KuCoin, Gate, Kraken US, Bitget, MEXC, as well as on PancakeSwap DEX. The ERC-20 and Cardano (CNT) token secures the BitcoinOS network by rewarding ZK-proof nodes for generating proofs, monitoring fraud, and verifying transactions. A buy-and-burn mechanism channels fees into token burns, creating deflationary pressure and delivering BTC-denominated returns. BitcoinOS also unlocks smart contracts and bridgeless cross-chain transfers on Bitcoin via zero-knowledge proofs. Early integrations span Cardano, Litecoin, Arbitrum, Mode Network, RISC Zero, Merlin Chain, and Nubit. Total supply is capped at 21 billion BOS, mirroring Bitcoin’s cap. Pre-sale and airdrop participants can now claim their allocations.

Mt. Gox has postponed its remaining Bitcoin refunds of about 34,700 BTC (worth roughly $4 billion) until October 2026. Since mid-2024, the trust returned 75% of its original 142,000 BTC without triggering a price drop, as robust US spot Bitcoin ETF inflows and corporate buyers—led by MicroStrategy’s 414,477 BTC—absorbed supply. The delay locks these coins from the market and eases immediate sell pressure. This move aligns with expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts, rising M2 money supply and improving US–China trade sentiment. Analysts now project Bitcoin could reach $150,000 by year-end and potentially $500,000 by 2026. Traders should monitor residual ETF flows and on-chain dynamics. Overall, this postponement acts as a bullish catalyst by reducing short-term market supply and reinforcing Bitcoin’s liquidity and upward momentum.

Bitwise launched the U.S. Solana staking ETF (BSOL) on October 28, drawing $55.4 million in first-day volume and reaching $217.2 million in assets under management. The Solana staking ETF targets 100% staked SOL exposure and aims for around 7% average annual staking rewards. Grayscale’s Solana Trust ETF (GSOL) began trading on NYSE Arca on October 29, offering similar staking returns. SOL dipped to $195.34 before recovering to around $195.58, underperforming the broader market and trading at volumes 44% below its weekly average. Short-term technical levels to watch include support at $194–$195 and resistance at $196.50–$197 and $200. On the weekly chart, a breakout above $205 could validate a bull flag pattern and pave the way toward $280 and potentially $400–$500, backed by JPMorgan’s forecast of $3–$6 billion in first-year inflows. Institutional inflows into these new staking products may boost liquidity and sustain SOL demand.

Crypto prediction markets are diverging between regulated TradFi-aligned platforms and offshore crypto-native venues. Kalshi secured CFTC approval to offer event derivatives through brokers like Robinhood, gaining regulatory safety but sacrificing speed and product innovation. In contrast, Polymarket and Azuro-based platforms operate offshore with high liquidity and rapid settlement, yet they face significant legal and compliance risks. Stakeholders in prediction markets confront an “impossible triangle” of decentralization, oracle certainty, and deep liquidity. Early idealists such as Augur (REP) struggled with on-chain oracle arbitration, while pragmatic builders like Gnosis (GNO) and Azuro (AZU) use AMM-based modular frameworks and outsource oracle solutions. Emerging opportunities include GambleFi’s expansion in sports and events betting, real-time alpha signals from market odds, and new hedging tools for supply-chain and policy risks. Regulators are debating whether event contracts constitute gambling or economic hedges, and whether U.S. users must undergo KYC/AML checks. Over the next 12–36 months, three scenarios may unfold: full TradFi assimilation via regulated derivatives; an offshore “wild-west” dominated by crypto-native platforms; or a layered model where compliant front ends sit atop neutral DeFi protocols. Entrepreneurs must choose between licensing, global liquidity, or infrastructure plays. Investors should monitor regulatory milestones, M&A activity, total value locked, and B2B protocol adoption metrics.

Agentic AI trading tools, once exclusive to hedge funds, now offer retail crypto traders institutional-grade analytics. These platforms scan global markets 24/7, model thousands of scenarios, and execute high-conviction trades in sectors like AI, crypto, and biotech. Traditional 1950s-era diversification limits returns in today’s power-law markets dominated by mega-cap winners. BlackRock’s $14 billion Q2 crypto ETF inflows, a Reuters survey showing nearly half of retail investors open to AI trading, and a $1 trillion agentic AI market forecast highlight rising adoption. Crypto traders should adopt AI trading conviction strategies to break free from passive index tracking and capture asymmetric gains.

Metaplanet has launched a $500 million Bitcoin-backed share buyback program funded by a new credit facility. The company plans to repurchase up to 150 million shares—about 13% of its float—between October 2025 and October 2026. After the announcement, Metaplanet’s stock surged over 10%, driving weekly gains to 25% and lifting its share price to ¥499. The buyback is triggered when its market-adjusted net asset value (mNAV) falls below 1×, aiming to narrow the gap with Bitcoin’s intrinsic value and boost shareholder value. Share buyback underscores Metaplanet’s strategy to deploy Bitcoin reserves efficiently and enhance market liquidity. As of press time, mNAV has recovered to 1.03× from October lows, though it remains well below the 10.33× peak recorded in February. The credit facility also offers flexibility for further Bitcoin acquisitions or new income-generation initiatives. Analysts note that maintaining mNAV premiums above parity is critical to prevent dilution and support long-term capital efficiency.

Bithumb, one of South Korea’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges, will list the ENSO token with an ENSO/KRW trading pair starting at 08:00 UTC on October 29, 2025. The ENSO/KRW trading pair aims to boost ENSO liquidity and market visibility by granting direct fiat on-ramps for Korean traders. Enso is a decentralized exchange (DEX) aggregator that routes orders across multiple liquidity protocols to minimize slippage and optimize trade execution. The listing on Bithumb exposes ENSO to a broad investor base and enhances its market credibility. Traders should prepare for potential volatility by monitoring order book depth, setting stop-loss orders and familiarizing themselves with Bithumb’s interface. While this ENSO/KRW listing offers fresh trading opportunities and a liquidity boost, ENSO’s long-term performance will depend on wider DeFi adoption and market demand.