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Cointelegraph.com - 01:27 Oct 08, 2025
Strategy’s $78 billion stash of Bitcoin is close to the cash positions held by Amazon, Google and Microsoft, the last of which rejected Bitcoin as a treasury asset last year. Strategy’s near-$80 billion Bitcoin treasury is catching up to the massive cash positions of tech giants such as Microsoft, whose shareholders rejected a proposal in December to explore adding Bitcoin to its books. Strategy posted to X on Tuesday that its 640,031 Bitcoin (BTC) stash briefly topped $80 billion in value on Monday as Bitcoin hit a record high of $126,080, boosting the value of its corporate treasury close to Amazon, Google, and Microsoft, which each hold between $97 billion and $95 billion in cash or cash equivalents. Strategy’s routine Bitcoin buys, combined with Bitcoin’s rise in value, have already pushed its treasury past the value of Nvidia, Apple and Meta’s — the latter of which considered a proposal to explore making Bitcoin a treasury asset before overwhelmingly voting against it in June. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 00:11 Oct 08, 2025
Based on Bitcoin’s price at the start of October, a $140,000 price tag by the end of the month is consistent with its average gains in October over the years. Bitcoin has a 50% probability of surpassing $140,000 this month, according to simulations using data from the past decade, says economist Timothy Peterson. “There is a 50% chance Bitcoin finishes the month above $140k,” Peterson said in an X post on Wednesday. “But there is a 43% chance Bitcoin finishes below $136k,” he added. Bitcoin (BTC) would need to gain about 14.7% to reach $140,000 at its current price of $122,032, which has cooled after the original cryptocurrency set a new all-time high of $126,200 on Monday, according to CoinMarketCap. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 22:12 Oct 07, 2025
Solana pulled in $2.85 billion in annual revenue across DeFi, AI and trading apps, as institutions push the network into mainstream finance. Solana generated $2.85 billion in revenue over the past year, according to a new report from 21Shares, driven by trading platform activity. Between October 2024 and September 2025, Solana averaged about $240 million in monthly revenue, peaking at $616 million in January during the memecoin boom led by tokens like Official Trump (TRUMP). But even after the frenzy cooled, monthly revenue was between $150 million and $250 million. Solana validators earn revenue from fees on transactions. Over the past year, revenue from fees flowed from across the ecosystem, including decentralized finance (DeFi), memecoins, AI apps, decentralized exchanges, DePIN, launchpads and trading tools. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 22:00 Oct 07, 2025
Ether’s short-term correction may set the stage for a larger upside move as ETH’s liquidity metrics turn increasingly favorable. Key takeaways: Ethereum failed to break $4,800, with a bearish divergence leading to a 3% correction. Spot selling pressure rose, but leveraged traders remain active. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 21:32 Oct 07, 2025
The Bank of England may relax proposed caps on corporate stablecoin holdings after industry backlash, as the UK races to stay competitive in the $314 billion market. The Bank of England (BOE) appears to be softening its stance on proposed limits to corporate stablecoin holdings, with plans to introduce exemptions for certain firms that may need to maintain larger reserves of fiat-pegged assets, according to a Bloomberg report published Tuesday. Citing people familiar with the discussions, Bloomberg reported that the BOE’s reconsideration comes amid intense industry backlash and growing international competition, particularly from the United States, which is moving toward clearer regulation through the GENIUS Act, which was signed into law in July. The BOE had initially proposed caps on stablecoin holdings — 20,000 pounds (about $27,000) for individuals and 10 million pounds for companies — citing concerns over systemic risks posed by widely used tokens such as USDt (USDT) and USDC (USDC). Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 20:35 Oct 07, 2025
Bitcoin’s rally was fueled by record ETF inflows, tightening exchange supply, and robust derivatives activity, highlighting institutional demand and room for further upside. Key takeaways: Over $3.5 billion in weekly ETF inflows and a five-year low in exchange balances highlight renewed institutional confidence in Bitcoin. Healthy futures open interest and continuous BTC adoption suggest that traders expect Bitcoin to challenge $150,000 soon. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 19:10 Oct 07, 2025
Bitcoin insurer Meanwhile raised $82 million led by Bain Capital Crypto and Haun Ventures to expand Bitcoin-denominated savings, annuities and insurance products. Bitcoin life insurance company Meanwhile has raised $82 million in a new funding round led by Bain Capital Crypto and Haun Ventures. The company, regulated by the Bermuda Monetary Authority, plans to use the funds to meet “surging demand” for Bitcoin-denominated retirement and “inflation-proof” savings products, according to a Tuesday announcement. Meanwhile offers Bitcoin-based life insurance, annuities, savings products and insurance bonds for individuals and institutions, with all premiums, policy values and claims managed in Bitcoin (BTC). Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 18:34 Oct 07, 2025
Bitcoin surged to $126,200 as global crypto digital products logged $5.67 billion in record inflows, reflecting renewed investor faith amid fiscal and geopolitical risks. Key takeaways: Bitcoin reached a new all-time high of $126,200, backed by a record $5.67 billion ETP inflows. Fiscal and geopolitical uncertainty have revived the “debasement trade” narrative. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 18:33 Oct 07, 2025
Dubai's regulator announced it had issued financial penalties against 19 companies related to digital asset activities amid approval for BitGo's MENA entity. Digital asset infrastructure company BitGo said it had secured regulatory approval to offer specific services in Dubai amid the agency’s announcement of several enforcement actions. In a Tuesday notice, BitGo said its Middle East and North Africa (MENA) arm had secured a broker-dealer license from the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) in Dubai, allowing the company to provide “regulated digital asset trading and intermediation services to institutional clients.” The move came just a few weeks after BitGo said its European subsidiary could offer crypto services to local investors under a license from Germany’s Federal Financial Supervisory Authority. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 17:36 Oct 07, 2025
SOL traders continue to position in the altcoin in anticipation of a potential ETF approval by the SEC. How high could Solana’s price go if spot ETFs are approved? Key takeaways: Traders continue to take positions in SOL as the ETF trade extends to a new level. SOL’s bull flag pattern suggests a rally to $290 to $345 is possible. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 16:44 Oct 07, 2025
New S&P index will track 15 cryptocurrencies and 35 blockchain-linked stocks, signaling deeper integration of digital assets into global markets. S&P Global plans to launch a new benchmark index that tracks a wide range of digital assets and blockchain-related companies, signaling growing recognition of the crypto sector within traditional finance. The S&P Digital Markets 50 Index, created in partnership with tokenization company Dinari, includes 15 cryptocurrencies with a market capitalization of at least $300 million and 35 publicly traded companies in the sector with a market cap of at least $100 million, S&P announced Tuesday. Constituents have not yet been published, but no single component will exceed 5% of the index. Some of the sector’s biggest companies include Bitcoin treasury company Strategy (MSTR), crypto exchange Coinbase (COIN) and Bitcoin miner Riot Platforms (RIOT). Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 16:29 Oct 07, 2025
XRP’s price breakout could turn into a 45% rally as whale accumulation and ETF optimism counter rising retail fear in the market. Key takeaways: Santiment data shows rising fear among XRP traders, a pattern that previously preceded a 125% rebound. XRP’s triangle breakout targets $4.29, while whale accumulation and ETF optimism support the upside. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 16:11 Oct 07, 2025
From fake support to deepfake fraud, several crypto scams demand your attention in 2025. These are the ones you simply can’t afford to ignore. Advanced phishing attacks now target crypto wallets and exchange accounts using sophisticated tactics that exploit user trust to steal private keys or login credentials. To carry out advanced phishing attacks, criminals create fake websites that mimic legitimate platforms. They send deceptive emails posing as trusted organizations or use social engineering tactics to trick victims into sharing sensitive information. Some impersonate support staff or design cloned interfaces to capture information. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 15:32 Oct 07, 2025
The acquisition strengthens Rezolve’s partnership with Tether and expands its AI-driven digital payments network across Latin America and Africa. Smartpay, a fintech infrastructure company known for enabling stablecoin-based payments since 2019, has been acquired by Rezolve AI, a publicly listed commerce platform, in a deal that underscores the accelerating convergence between digital assets and AI-driven e-commerce. The acquisition was announced on Tuesday, though no financial terms were disclosed. Rezolve said the move will bolster its digital asset payment initiative in partnership with Tether, the issuer of the USDt (USDT) stablecoin. According to the announcement, Smartpay processed more than 19 million commercial transactions over the 12 months ending Sept. 30, representing over $1 billion in USDt value. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 15:28 Oct 07, 2025
XRP’s legal victory reshaped investor confidence, establishing it as a preferred choice for investors seeking regulated, liquid crypto assets. XRP (XRP), introduced by Ripple Labs in 2012, was designed as a fast and cost-effective digital asset for cross-border transactions. However, its growth was hindered by a 2020 lawsuit from the US Securities and Exchange Commission, which alleged that Ripple had conducted unregistered securities offerings. The multi-year case left XRP’s regulatory status uncertain, discouraging banks and funds from using its payment network. Portfolio managers viewed XRP as a high-risk asset, limiting its growth compared to other cryptocurrencies, particularly Ether (ETH). Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 15:18 Oct 07, 2025
Bitcoin price momentum accelerated, with big overhead resistance at $135,000 in place and several key support levels below. Key takeaways: Bitcoin dropped to $122,500 on Tuesday, but onchain data shows no signs of an overheated market. The resistance at $135,000 remains the main BTC price barrier for now, with key support around $120,000. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 14:08 Oct 07, 2025
Grayscale staked $150 million in Ether after launching the first US crypto ETPs offering staking rewards, ahead of key SEC altcoin ETP deadlines this month. Crypto-focused asset manager Grayscale staked $150 million worth of Ether after introducing staking for its exchange-traded products (ETPs) on Monday. The asset management company staked 32,000 Ether (ETH) worth $150 million, according to blockchain data platform Lookonchain. The transfer occurred a day after Grayscale introduced staking for its Ether ETPs, making it the first US-based crypto fund issuer to offer staking-based passive income for its funds. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 14:06 Oct 07, 2025
Binance-backed BNB has outpaced the broader cryptocurrency rally, with a 28% increase in market capitalization over the past seven days, prompting questions from the community. BNB, the native cryptocurrency of the BNB Chain — the layer-1 blockchain developed by Binance — has climbed to become the third-largest digital asset by market capitalization. After breaking above $1,100 for the first time on Friday, BNB (BNB) achieved a new major milestone on Tuesday by overtaking Ripple-backed XRP (XRP) as the third-largest crypto asset by market cap. At the time of publication, BNB traded at $1,326, up nearly 30% in the past seven days, with a market capitalization of $182 billion, according to CoinGecko data. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 13:30 Oct 07, 2025
The future of trustworthy AI starts with an architecture that carries its own evidence, making transparency and auditability native features, not afterthoughts. Opinion by: Avinash Lakshman, Founder and CEO of Weilliptic Today’s tech culture loves to solve the exciting part first — the clever model, the crowd-pleasing features — and treat accountability and ethics as future add-ons. But when an AI’s underlying architecture is opaque, no after‑the‑fact troubleshooting can illuminate and structurally improve how outputs are generated or manipulated. That’s how we get cases like Grok referring to itself as “fake Elon Musk” and Anthropic’s Claude Opus 4 resorting to lies and blackmail after accidentally wiping a company’s codebase. Since these headlines broke, commentators have blamed prompt engineering, content policies, and corporate culture. And while all these factors play a role, the fundamental flaw is architectural. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 13:30 Oct 07, 2025
Aster’s removal from DefiLlama shows how data credibility has become a new battleground for DEXs. The fight for dominance among decentralized derivatives exchanges has taken a new turn after data aggregator DefiLlama delisted Aster, citing concerns over data integrity. Aster, a derivatives decentralized exchange (DEX) backed by YZi Labs (formerly Binance Labs), recently surged in trading volume to overtake Hyperliquid, which has been hailed as one of the crypto industry’s breakout stars. But on Sunday, DefiLlama founder 0xngmi said on X that Aster’s reported volumes mirrored those of Binance’s perpetuals market, prompting the platform’s removal. Read more
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