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Tether has rejected reports that it is abandoning its US$500 million Uruguay crypto mining venture after the national utility UTE purportedly cut power over an unpaid bill totalling US$4.8 million. The dispute covers a US$2 million invoice from May and US$2.8 million in additional fees. Tether Uruguay, launched in November 2023, says exit rumours misrepresent the situation. It is negotiating with UTE to resolve the outstanding charges and secure more favourable tariffs. The case highlights how electricity costs—US$60–180/MWh in Uruguay versus US$22/MWh in Paraguay—shape mining profitability. Tether also operates Bitcoin mining sites in Paraguay and cites Vici Mining’s 2018 shift to Paraguay over energy costs. Meanwhile, USDT adoption in Latin America is rising: Toyota, Yamaha and BYD in Bolivia now accept USDT, and MoneyGram in Colombia plans stablecoin savings features.

BitMine ETH holdings have risen above 2.4 million tokens, representing more than 2% of Ethereum’s total supply and valued at around $8 billion. Since early 2023, the crypto miner has moved coins from active wallets to cold storage and adopted staking strategies. BitMine’s ETH holdings now tighten market liquidity by reducing circulating supply and market float. This institutional accumulation underscores confidence in Ethereum’s long-term outlook. Reduced sell pressure and potential supply constraints can support price stability and boost bullish momentum. Traders should monitor ETH supply dynamics, miner accumulation, and rising staking yields for short-term gains and long-term bullish trends.

US-UK crypto regulation task force launched to align digital asset and capital market rules. The Transatlantic Taskforce for the Markets of the Future, led by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves, will deliver policy recommendations within 180 days. This US-UK crypto regulation task force aims to streamline cross-border capital raising and set cohesive rules for digital assets, including stablecoins. Industry leaders from Circle (USDC), Coinbase, Ripple (XRP), Bank of America, Barclays and Citi attended initial talks. The initiative addresses London’s listings downturn and seeks to close the UK’s regulatory gap with the US. Traders can expect improved liquidity, wider market access and clearer compliance standards, boosting confidence in transatlantic crypto flows.

MicroStrategy has significantly expanded its Bitcoin treasury, purchasing a total of 2,805 BTC in multiple tranches—1,955 BTC at an average price of $111,196 and 850 BTC at $117,344—bringing its total holdings to 639,835 BTC (cost basis $47.33 billion). The firm funded the latest buy via STRF and MSTR share sales. Japan-based Metaplanet also boosted its stake, adding 5,555 BTC cumulatively—including 136 BTC and a later tranche of 5,419 BTC at $116,724—lifting its treasury to 25,555 BTC and ranking it among the top five public holders. CryptoQuant’s 30-day Bitcoin Apparent Demand indicator climbed to a net 95,800 BTC, underscoring robust institutional demand. Bitcoin trades around $113,000, down 1% over the past week yet stable for the month, as large-scale acquisitions support market liquidity.

The crypto market saw $1.8 billion in crypto liquidations in a single session, wiping out leveraged positions for over 370,000 traders and triggering a $150 billion drop in total market cap to $3.95 trillion. Bitcoin plunged below $112,000 and now tests the $100,000–$105,000 support zone near its 200-day moving average. Ethereum also fell under $4,150. Analysts attribute the sell-off to technical overextension and extreme altcoin leverage triggering chained margin calls. IG’s Tony Sycamore sees the 200-day MA as key to clear weak hands, while Real Vision’s Raoul Pal calls the purge a routine cleanup before a potential breakout. After these crypto liquidations, historical September weakness suggests further volatility. Traders should view any dip near support as a buying opportunity, reassess leverage, monitor funding rates and open interest, and plan scaled re-entries with volume confirmation.

Seoul Exchange has entered a three-year exclusive partnership with Story Protocol to settle tokenized RWAs on Story’s Layer-1 blockchain. The deal will harness Story’s native IP token ($IP) to register and settle cultural IP assets—including K-pop royalties, K-drama rights, webtoons, games and patents—on-chain. Backed by $136 million from a16z, Polychain and Samsung Ventures, Story launched its mainnet in early 2025. Notable IP such as BLACKPINK, BTS, Psy and Pinkfong are already tokenized. Operating under Korea’s STO regulatory sandbox, the platform plans to integrate a KRW-pegged stablecoin and embed licensing terms and royalties directly on-chain. By making tokenized RWAs accessible and liquid, the partnership taps Korea’s $450 billion crypto market and aims to unlock over $80 trillion in global IP value, creating a new asset class and fueling a fan-driven economy.

Giggle Academy, supported by former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ), launched a blockchain-based crypto donation system to fund free global K-12 education. In its first 12 hours, it raised $1.3 million, with around 90% of funds coming via the meme-based Giggle token. The token applies trading fees in BNB and automatically routes proceeds to the academy’s on-chain wallet, generating roughly $900,000 despite a $5 million market cap. CZ confirmed the platform will not issue its own token. He plans to convert incoming donations into major altcoins for operations, community building and content creation, while personally covering staff and server costs. This crypto philanthropy model, combined with a transparent on-chain mechanism, ensures full fund traceability and strong donor incentives. Giggle Academy aims to bridge educational gaps in developing regions and tackle adult illiteracy through decentralized blockchain education.

XRP price prediction centres on whether the $2.80 support holds after the token slipped below $3.00. Recent trading has ranged between $2.80 and $3.00 on muted volume, reflecting cautious sentiment. Bullish catalysts include nearly $37.7 million in spot XRP ETF inflows and partnerships with DBS Bank and Franklin Templeton. A decisive break above $3.10 could propel XRP to $3.30–$3.60. Conversely, failure to reclaim $3.00, and especially a drop below $2.80, may target $2.60–$2.50. Traders should monitor volume and ETF flows as key catalysts. Overall, the XRP price prediction outlook remains neutral in the near term pending a clear break of $3.10 resistance or a breach of $2.80 support.

PrimeXBT crypto futures offering has been expanded with 101 new USDT-paired altcoin contracts. The listings span Layer 1 & 2, DeFi, meme tokens, AI projects, gaming, metaverse and NFT assets, including the popular WLFI token. Backed by deep liquidity and a tiered risk framework with defined lot sizes and exposure caps, traders can access altcoin derivatives with up to 1:150 leverage and BTC futures at 1:500 in both cross and isolated margin modes. Fees start at 0.045%, with selected commission-free listings and VIP discounts up to 70%, making PrimeXBT crypto futures among the most cost-efficient in the market. Beyond crypto futures, the platform integrates PXTrader, MT5 and a dedicated futures portal, plus built-in crypto-to-crypto and crypto-to-fiat exchange. Traders also benefit from zero-commission CFDs on forex, indices, commodities, stocks and crypto, flexible funding, crypto-denominated accounts, volume-based discounts, rewards and cashback. Trusted by over 1 million users in 150+ countries, PrimeXBT continues to deliver professional-grade execution and advanced tools for crypto traders.

Scamcoin (SCAM) is a Solana-based Meme-Fi token that openly admits it’s a scam. Launched without a roadmap or utility promises, it positions itself as an anti-rug pull alternative to typical crypto projects. Traders can buy SCAM directly in the Phantom wallet or on Solana DEXs like Jupiter and Raydium. The total supply of 999.95 million SCAM is fully circulating and verified on CoinMarketCap and CoinGecko. By embracing its scam nature, Scamcoin disarms critics and builds FUD-proof immunity. Its growing Telegram and X communities drive user engagement with memes and self-aware marketing. While lacking real-world utility, Scamcoin’s radical honesty has attracted degens seeking satire and market upside.

APX Finance’s APX price jumped over 120% to $1.95 after the new ASTER token swap launch. A wallet that bought 3.62 million APX for $226,000 in 2022 now holds tokens worth about $7.07 million. The rally lifted APX’s market cap to $827 million and daily trading volume to $79 million. APX Finance is a DEX on BNB Chain and Arbitrum, offering order books and on-chain perpetuals with up to 1001× leverage. The APX-to-ASTER swap window features five tiered rates, rewarding early participants and allowing penalty-free DAO unstaking. After ASTER’s debut, total value locked briefly spiked to $2 billion before normalizing around $545 million, while $434 million traded in 24 hours. Traders should watch upcoming swap windows, liquidity depth, and open interest for further APX price movements.

Shiba Inu price prediction shows SHIB trading at $0.00001316 with resistance at $0.000014 and support near $0.00001290–$0.00001310. Recent community-driven token burns and positive social sentiment underpin bullish Shiba Inu price prediction speculation. However, SHIB’s high volatility means price gains could reverse quickly if trading volume dips. Meanwhile, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) presale stage six price of $0.035 has attracted over 16,450 investors and raised $16.05M. Stage seven will see MUTM rise to $0.04, marking a 14.29% increase. The DeFi lending protocol, boasting a 95/100 CertiK trust score, offers dual Peer-to-Contract and Peer-to-Peer lending channels and plans an overcollateralized USD-pegged stablecoin on Ethereum. Mutuum Finance also launched a $50,000 USDT bug bounty and a $100,000 airdrop campaign, rewarding top token holders. Its utility-driven model and robust security measures present a compelling long-term investment case. For crypto traders, exploiting SHIB’s volatility can yield quick gains, while early MUTM positions could benefit from its upcoming price surge.

Ethereum price remains in a steep bullish channel, consolidating above the $4,000 support. On the daily chart, ETH holds its 100- and 200-day moving averages and continues to form higher highs and higher lows. In the short term, price action on the 4-hour chart is confined between $4,300 and $4,800, with each dip met by buying interest. A decisive breakout above $4,800 could drive Ethereum price toward the channel’s upper boundary near $5,000. Conversely, a breach below $4,300 or the channel risks a pullback to the $3,800–$4,000 demand zone. On-chain metrics support the bullish outlook: exchange reserves have fallen to multi-year lows and the Coinbase Premium Index indicates healthy U.S. spot demand without overheating. Traders should watch volume-backed breakouts to confirm Ethereum’s next move and adjust positions around key resistance and support levels.

BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes forecasts a major crypto rally once the US Treasury balance in its General Account (TGA) at the New York Fed stabilizes around $850 billion. The TGA, funded by bond sales and tax receipts, has climbed to $816.4 billion as of Sept 18, and previously breached $850 billion in early 2025. Since mid-July, the account’s aggressive buildup has drained liquidity from risk assets. Hayes argues that when the TGA stops drawing funds, this liquidity will return to Bitcoin and other altcoins, sparking a new breakout. He cites the July 1 debt ceiling rise, which enabled increased bond issuance and TGA replenishment. Traders will watch upcoming US Treasury balance updates closely for signs of renewed capital flows and upward momentum in the crypto market. However, some analysts caution that liquidity shifts may not directly translate into crypto price gains.

On September 19, 2025, the CFTC advisory panel expanded its Global Markets Advisory Committee and Digital Asset Markets Subcommittee with eight new members. Co-chairs Scott Lucas (J.P. Morgan) and Sandy Kaul (Franklin Templeton) lead the subcommittee. Other appointees include Uniswap’s Katherine Minarik, Aptos’ Avery Ching, BNY Mellon’s James J. Hill and Chainlink’s Ben Sherwin. Acting Chair Caroline Pham said the expanded CFTC advisory panel, part of the “Crypto Sprint” initiative, will bridge market practice and rulemaking. The move targets clearer rules for spot crypto trading on registered futures exchanges. It comes amid a $3.98 trillion crypto market and progress on the GENIUS Act and the draft Responsible Financial Innovation Act that clarify SEC and CFTC roles and reclassify airdrops, staking rewards and DePIN tokens. For crypto traders, the CFTC advisory panel signals potential new trading venues and clearer crypto regulation. However, advisory recommendations do not guarantee immediate rule changes.

Tether’s flagship stablecoin USDT has seen its market cap rise to a new all-time high of $172.02 billion, up from over $170 billion recently. The USDT market cap increase and a 24-hour trading volume of $54.17 billion, cited by CoinGecko and confirmed by a post from Tether CTO Paolo Ardoino on X, highlight this momentum. The surge reflects growing demand for stablecoins as a low-volatility asset during market uncertainty. The total stablecoin market cap has also climbed to $296.96 billion, reinforcing USDT’s role as a primary trading pair and safe-haven. Despite rising regulatory scrutiny and competition from rivals like USDC and BUSD, USDT’s enhanced liquidity supports efficient price discovery, global remittances, and quick market entry or exit. Traders can leverage this stability for capital preservation and hedging strategies.

Coinbase plans to launch a comprehensive crypto super app combining payments, savings and DeFi-driven lending. The platform will integrate on-ramps/off-ramps, partnerships with banks like JPMorgan and PNC, and Base — an Ethereum Layer 2 network — to power Base Pay for USDC transactions. Users can apply for the Coinbase One Card offering up to 4% Bitcoin cashback, while DeFi protocol Morpho enables USDC lending at up to 10.8% APY. By shifting transaction clearing to blockchain rails, Coinbase aims to cut costs and boost efficiency. Regulatory clarity, driven by the GENIUS Act and U.S. market-structure bills, is critical for approvals. Pilots are underway with rollout timelines hinging on regulatory green lights. Traders should monitor USDC demand, Base network activity, card and app launch updates, and regulatory developments as this crypto super app could drive mainstream crypto adoption and pressure traditional banks.

BNB market cap surged from $139.01 billion on September 18—after a 4.67% 24-hour gain—to $149.88 billion by September 21, briefly overtaking Accenture’s $149.29 billion valuation and climbing from 156th to 143rd in global asset rankings. Data from 8marketcap reflect current circulating supply and market prices. This rapid rise in BNB market cap highlights growing crypto valuations in cross-asset comparisons and underscores Binance Coin’s expanding role in global finance. Traders should treat market cap snapshots with caution: they can fluctuate swiftly and vary by reporting methodology, liquidity and market-depth metrics. Use these benchmarks to inform both short-term trades and longer-term strategies while accounting for potential volatility.

Hyperliquid is a native Layer-1 blockchain perpetual decentralized exchange (Perp DEX) that combines an on-chain order book engine, HyperCore, with EVM-compatible HyperEVM consensus to deliver sub-second finality and up to 200,000 TPS. Traders connect via web3 wallets and bridge USDC from Arbitrum to execute spot and non-custodial perpetual contracts with advanced order types. By mid-2025, Hyperliquid achieved a $2.7 billion TVL and saw monthly perpetual volumes rise from $319 billion at peak levels to $3.19 trillion in July, capturing 65% of on-chain perpetual trading and 13.85% of Binance’s futures market. This Perp DEX platform charges low fees (maker 1.5 bps; taker 4.5 bps), with 93% of revenue allocated to HYPE token buybacks and burns, driving liquidity and token value. Community-driven governance has approved multiple HIP proposals, including upcoming event markets (HIP-4), and issued a 310 million HYPE airdrop in 2024. Secured by 24 HyperBFT nodes, Hyperliquid offers transparent vault-based yields (~6.7% APY) and deep liquidity rivaling centralized exchanges—all without VC funding. Led by ex-Hudson River Trading trader Jeff Yan, Hyperliquid’s robust architecture and growth trajectory signal a bullish outlook for HYPE and on-chain perpetual futures trading.

The XRP Tundra presale has launched a dual-token model offering traders significant upside. In Phase 1, investors can purchase TUNDRA-S on Solana at $0.01, receive a 19% bonus and free TUNDRA-X on the XRP Ledger valued at $0.005. Upon listing, TUNDRA-S aims to debut at $2.50 and TUNDRA-X at $1.25, outlining potential returns of up to 2500%. This XRP Tundra presale also features Cryo Vaults and NFT-based Frost Keys for staking XRP with up to 30% APY. Early buyers secure prioritized staking rights once the system goes live, adding a reliable yield layer to presale gains. Staking phases will see incremental price increases, and 40% of TUNDRA-S supply is reserved for community rounds. Governance and transparency are core to the XRP Tundra presale. Independent audits by Cyberscope, Solidproof and Freshcoins, along with KYC by Vital Block, reinforce trust and project oversight. The dual-token framework aligns utility, governance and reserve backing to address common presale risks. With NEAR Protocol investors showing strong interest, the XRP Tundra presale stands out as a high-return, well-audited opportunity ahead of potential exchange listings. Traders should monitor phase openings and staking launches to optimize entry and maximize gains.

The U.S. Treasury has opened a 30-day public consultation on stablecoin regulation under the 2025 Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act. Via an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM), the Treasury invites crypto firms, financial institutions, technology developers, advocacy groups and the public to comment on issuer restrictions, sanctions compliance, reserve custodial arrangements, anti-money laundering, tax treatment and federal–state regulatory coordination. Comments are due by October 17, 2025, and will inform draft rules for payment stablecoins—tokens pegged to fiat currencies. This multistage process marks the first U.S. legislative proposal targeting digital assets and underscores the government’s commitment to balancing innovation, consumer protection and illicit finance prevention. The final stablecoin regulation under the GENIUS Act will shape industry practices and market stability in the evolving digital asset sector.

X (formerly Twitter) has uncovered a global crypto scam bribery network. Suspended accounts bribed employees via intermediaries to restore access. The network is tied to The Com, an international syndicate of mostly English-speaking minors. Scammers deployed tactics on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Minecraft and Roblox, revealing evolving platform vulnerabilities. This X bribery network case highlights how crypto scams target internal staff. X has filed lawsuits against the scammers and any complicit employees while fully cooperating with law enforcement. Though no figures were released, investigators say the scheme was meticulously planned. This discovery underscores the need to strengthen platform security against internal corruption. X promises ongoing updates as it reinforces defenses and protects user trust.

Anchorage Digital, a regulated crypto custody and banking firm, has applied for a Federal Reserve master account to secure direct access to FedWire and FedACH. This application aims to remove intermediary banks, lower counterparty risk, reduce transaction costs and accelerate settlement speed. The Federal Reserve will rigorously evaluate Anchorage’s financial stability, AML/KYC compliance, risk management and cybersecurity. Approval would integrate Anchorage Digital as one of the first crypto-native providers in the Federal Reserve’s core infrastructure, underscoring growing regulatory recognition of digital assets. Traders should monitor this move for its potential to drive institutional adoption and liquidity shifts in crypto markets.

Whales transferred a combined 194.43 million WLFI tokens—worth approximately $46.4 million—to Binance in two major moves. In early September, a presale investor moved 130 million WLFI (≈$32.2M), having bought at $0.015 per token in January. More recently, two whale addresses deposited 64.43 million WLFI (≈$14.2M). Traders view these large WLFI deposits as signs of profit-taking or portfolio rebalancing. Despite the initial $32.2 million transfer, WLFI’s price climbed 7.2% to $0.2451, indicating strong demand and liquidity. However, renewed sell pressure could heighten market volatility. Crypto traders should monitor WLFI price action, Binance trading volume, on-chain data and social sentiment, and consider diversification to manage risk.

Kraken has teamed up with Trust Wallet to embed Backed’s xStocks tokenized equities into the popular self-custody wallet. This integration gives 200 million Trust Wallet users access to 60 fully collateralized stock tokens. Traders can buy and hold these tokenized equities with local fiat, and deposit or withdraw on Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), BNB Chain (BNB) and TRON (TRX). Each xStock is backed 1:1 by underlying shares, ensuring transparency and security. Kraken co-CEO Arjun Sethi described the move as a paradigm shift toward borderless markets. The firm has also added xStocks support on BNB Chain, TRON and Ethereum, and expanded services to eligible EU clients. By combining Kraken’s trading infrastructure, Backed’s collateralized xStocks and Trust Wallet’s global reach, this partnership streamlines DeFi access to tokenized equities and paves the way for mass adoption.

Layer Brett (LBRETT) presale on Ethereum Layer 2 has raised over $3.7 million at $0.0058 per token, drawing capital from Cardano whales seeking higher volatility and yields than ADA. The project combines meme coin virality with real Layer 2 utility, offering lightning-fast, low-fee transactions and a gamified staking model with up to 700% APY. With a capped supply of 10 billion tokens and community governance, LBRETT presale tokenomics drive significant market interest. Forecasts suggest up to 50× gains by year-end, while tokenomics and potential long-term adoption could support even larger returns. For traders targeting high-risk, high-reward opportunities, the LBRETT presale presents a compelling play, whereas ADA’s steady proof-of-stake growth may deliver more modest returns.

Trust Wallet Token (TWT) surged 60% after Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao’s (CZ) tweet, lifting its price from $0.89 to $1.30 and driving a $687 million trading volume. The rally ended a six-month downtrend and highlighted growing on-chain demand. A new litepaper outlines an overhauled tokenomics model following a 99% token burn: TWT is now embedded across the Trust Wallet ecosystem with staking rewards, trading fee discounts, gas fee payments, premium service access, and governance rights. The total supply remains fixed with over 40% in circulation, while the rest funds ecosystem growth, liquidity, partnerships, and team incentives. Trust Wallet plans a six-month phased rollout of these features, launching new crypto finance tools in Q4 2025 and deeper integrations in 2026. Traders view the Trust Wallet Token’s tokenomics overhaul and CZ endorsement as a bullish catalyst for TWT, signaling potential volatility and new trading opportunities.

Google has launched Gemini AI in Chrome as part of its Chrome AI initiative for US desktop users on Windows and macOS. The Chrome AI feature appears as an icon in the top-right corner, enabling on-page explanations, summaries and content modifications. Gemini AI can compare and condense information across multiple tabs and integrates with Google services like Calendar, Maps and YouTube to complete tasks without leaving the page. Chrome AI’s new AI Mode Search turns the address bar into an interactive AI interface for complex queries, follow-up questions and contextual prompts, streamlining research workflows. Upcoming agentic browsing features will allow autonomous multi-step tasks, session recall and deeper Google service integration. Security enhancements include on-device scam detection powered by Gemini Nano and automatic password resets on supported sites. This update aims to boost productivity, personalize browsing and strengthen security for traders and general users.

World Liberty Financial (WLFI), backed by former President Trump, has approved a comprehensive WLFI token buyback and burn strategy. With a 99.8% majority vote, the governance proposal allocates 100% of treasury liquidity fees to repurchase WLFI tokens from Ethereum, BNB Chain and Solana pools. These tokens will be sent to a burn address to permanently reduce circulating supply. Further details unveiled a commitment of 5% of quarterly protocol revenue to buybacks, starting with an initial WLFI token buyback and burn of 500,000 tokens next month. The WLFI token, launched on September 1, experienced early volatility—plunging over 28% after a 40% drop in its first three days despite an initial 47 million-token burn. Following the announcement, WLFI surged 15% and trading volumes spiked on major decentralized exchanges. By combining liquidity-fee buybacks with revenue-based token burns, the platform aims to create sustained scarcity and long-term price support. The dual approach to WLFI token buyback and burn could stabilize price and attract long-term holders. Traders should monitor fee volumes, liquidity shifts, and regulatory updates for potential catalysts, as additional protocol revenue sources may expand future buybacks and influence WLFI’s market dynamics.