With 16 crypto ETF applications on the SEC’s October calendar, a new regulatory framework could fast-track approvals for Solana, XRP and beyond, signaling a pivotal shift for US markets. October 2025 is shaping up to be a big month for crypto markets, as the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) faces final deadlines on 16 exchange-traded fund (ETF) applications. Unlike past waves, many of these proposals go beyond Bitcoin and Ether, targeting altcoins like Solana, XRP and Litecoin. This week on “Byte-Sized Insight,” we explore what makes this round of filings different, how the SEC’s stance may be shifting and what the potential approvals could mean for both investors and the broader crypto market. On Sept. 17, the SEC approved a set of “generic listing standards” for exchange-traded products tied to spot commodities, including digital assets. Analysts say the move may dramatically simplify the ETF approval process, reducing the need for case-by-case rule changes that had long slowed crypto’s path to m...
A key XRP indicator that has preceded rallies by as much as 575% in the past is flashing again in October, putting the price on course toward new all-time highs. Key takeaways: XRP rally is in a good position to rally toward $3.98–$4.32 this month following an RSI golden cross. Profit-taking remains muted, suggesting stronger holder conviction ahead of October’s ETF decisions. Read more
XRP price must hold above $2.75 to ignite a recovery in October, which could be triggered by spot ETF approval and the potential influx of institutional capital. Key takeaways: XRP holds above a critical level in September, raising hopes about a potential recovery in October. Breaking above the $2.81 resistance is key, with technicals projecting about a 30% rally to $3.62. Read more
The FSC will introduce a bill that’s expected to provide guidelines on issuance, collateral management and internal control systems for stablecoins. South Korea is reportedly preparing to introduce a regulatory framework for a won-backed stablecoin, with its financial regulator set to introduce a government bill in October. On Monday, South Korean news portal MoneyToday reported that the Financial Services Commission (FSC) will unveil the bill as part of a second phase of the nation’s Virtual Asset User Protection Act. Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) Representative Park Min-kyu said during a policy debate that he received a briefing from the FSC on the policy direction on stablecoins. “The government bill is expected to be submitted to the National Assembly around October,” Park said. Read more
Bitcoin begins a 77-day historical countdown to its potential 2025 peak, with targets around $150,000 and higher. Key takeaways: Bitcoin may reach a cycle top of $150,000 by October, based on halving-cycle fractals. New BTC investor activity is rising, signaling more room for upside. Read more