‍XRP Approaches $3 Mark: Analysts Predict 40% Surge in October XRP's recent surge past $3 has analysts predicting a potential 40% rally as October unfolds. Key technical indicators, including an RSI golden cross on the 3-day chart and retesting of 50-period EMA support, point to significant bullish momentum. Previous RSI golden crosses have historically preceded substantial price movements for XRP. The current confluence of signals suggests XRP could reach the 1.0 Fibonacci retracement level at $3.39, with a further ascent towards $4.32 possible, representing an approximate 40% gain. On-chain data also indicates strong holder conviction, with minimal profit-taking observed. *This article does not contain investment advice.*
‍Pudgy Penguins Creator Antoine Mingo Joins DexCheck DexCheck has appointed Antoine Mingo, the original artist behind Pudgy Penguins, as its new Head of Creative. Mingo will lead the development of DexCheck’s upcoming NFT collection, featuring 5,555 hand-drawn illustrations of a reimagined DexCheck Owl mascot. This initiative aims to blend artistic expertise with DexCheck's AI-powered analytics platform, targeting both existing crypto enthusiasts and a broader audience. DexCheck plans to launch the collection on a major NFT marketplace and develop an interactive Telegram mini-game to foster community engagement and bridge Web2 and Web3 audiences.
‍Nomura Explores Institutional Crypto Trading in Japan Nomura Holdings, Japan's largest investment bank, is set to offer institutional crypto trading services through its subsidiary, Laser Digital Holdings. This move follows a surge in institutional demand, with 54% of investment managers anticipating crypto investments within three years. Japan's evolving regulatory framework, including plans for tax reforms and the approval of the first JPY-pegged stablecoin, is fostering significant market growth. On-chain value received in Japan has increased by 120% year-on-year.
‍Wall Street Shifts Focus to Crypto IPOs Amidst Evolving Altcoin Landscape New research indicates a significant institutional pivot in crypto, with Wall Street increasingly targeting late-stage, IPO-ready firms rather than speculative altcoin bets. Over $200 billion in crypto companies are preparing for IPOs, potentially injecting $30-$45 billion into the market. This shift, driven by neutralized volatility and reduced appeal of Bitcoin to risk-seeking investors, suggests a move towards institutionalization. A "paper-backed altseason" is anticipated, favoring select altcoins with strong institutional backing or ETF filings, such as Litecoin, Solana, XRP, Dogecoin, and Cardano, awaiting SEC decisions.
‍Goat Network's Vision for Native L2 Scaling of Bitcoin Goat Network is developing Bitcoin-native Layer 2 solutions to enhance scalability, essential for the network's long-term growth. Their zkVM, live on mainnet, processes blocks in real-time, converting complex computations into verifiable proofs anchored to Bitcoin via BitVM2, thus scaling Bitcoin natively and inheriting its security. The ecosystem focuses on trading, yield generation, and gaming, with BTC gas fees from on-chain activity powering decentralized sequencers and rewarding stakers, aligning with Bitcoin's ethos. Security is enhanced by BitVM2's challenge-based verification and slashing mechanisms. L2s are crucial for Bitcoin's sustainability, increasing transaction fees to support miners as block rewards diminish, ultimately benefiting the entire ecosystem.
‍Bybit Kazakhstan Integrates Biometrics for Enhanced User Trust Bybit Kazakhstan, licensed by AFSA, has partnered with Biometric.Vision to integrate advanced biometric technologies. This collaboration aims to streamline onboarding, enhance KYC/AML processes, and bolster user security and confidence in digital asset transactions within Kazakhstan's regulatory framework. The move signifies a significant step for Kazakhstan's digital economy, showcasing interest from global players in local tech initiatives.
‍CoinRoutes Acquires QIS Risk to Create Institutional Crypto Trading Powerhouse CoinRoutes has acquired QIS Risk, integrating market-leading execution technology with portfolio monitoring and risk management. This strategic combination forms the first comprehensive, end-to-end institutional platform in the digital asset space. "This acquisition represents a seismic advantage for our customers. We're delivering the complete institutional experience," stated Ian Weisberger, CEO of CoinRoutes. Fred Cox, Founder of QIS Risk, noted that institutions now require enterprise-grade infrastructure across the entire investment lifecycle.
‍Bitget and UNICEF Partner to Empower Youth Through Blockchain and Gaming Bitget is supporting UNICEF's inaugural global Game Jam, a virtual hackathon enabling youth from eight countries to create video games. This initiative, part of Bitget's collaboration with UNICEF's Game Changers Coalition, aims to leverage blockchain technology for education and opportunity. Gracy Chen, Bitget CEO, highlights the hackathon's role in equipping young individuals, especially girls, with STEAM skills. The partnership will also develop blockchain training modules, targeting 300,000 people initially, with a goal of educating 1.1 million by 2027.
‍Fluence Launches Decentralized GPU Power for AI, Slashing Costs by 85% Fluence, a cloudless computing platform, has expanded its services to include GPU compute for AI workloads, offering a cost-effective alternative to centralized cloud providers. The platform now supports GPU containers, with virtual machines and bare metal support coming soon. This move aims to democratize access to high-performance computing, with potential cost savings of up to 85% compared to traditional hyperscalers. Fluence's decentralized physical infrastructure (DePIN) already powers thousands of blockchain nodes and serves major clients. The platform is governed by Fluence DAO and powered by the FLT token.
‍Bitget Smart Awards 2025: Honoring Crypto Trading Innovators Bitget recently concluded its Smart Awards 2025, celebrating 30 outstanding traders across four categories: Endurance Alpha, Signal Maker, On-Chain Igniter, and Rising Gear. Winners demonstrated exceptional results, with some achieving up to 589% APY and 16x returns. Gracy Chen, CEO at Bitget, stated: "Each winner shows how strategy, timing, and conviction can redefine what’s possible in crypto markets." The exchange now serves over 120 million users globally. Bitget aims to provide a seamless user experience, diverse assets, and world-class security.