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October 17, 2025 5:30 AM EDT | Source: Naughty Ventures Corp.
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - October 17, 2025) - NAUGHTY VENTURES CORP. (CSE: BAD) (OTC Pink: YORKF) (FSE: 5DE) ( "Naughty Ventures") and Sorrento Resources Ltd. (CSE: SRS) (OTCQB: SRSLF) ("Sorrento") are excited to announce that they have entered into an arm's length mineral property purchase agreement (the "Purchase Agreement") dated October 16th, 2025, pursuant to which Naughty Ventures has agreed to acquire a 100% undivided interest in Sorrento's Lord Baron property (the "Lord Baron Property"), subject to an existing underlying 2% net smelter returns royalty (the "NSR"). The acquisition of the Lord Baron Property provides Naughty Ventures with an additional, near-term exploration opportunity.

Blair Naughty, CEO of Naughty Ventures, commented:

"We know the Lord Baron Property well; it's a compelling opportunity and we are excited to advance it this year."

Details of the Purchase Agreement

Pursuant to the Purchase Agreement, Naughty Ventures will acquire an undivided 100% interest in and to the Lord Baron Property in consideration for issuing 1,000,000 common shares in the capital of Naughty Ventures (each, a "Share" and together, the "Shares"), at a deemed price of $0.18 per Share, subject to the NSR (the "Acquisition"). The Shares will be subject to a statutory four month and 1 day hold period from the date of issuance.

Closing of the Acquisition remains subject to, without limitation, receiving all necessary consents and approvals, including the approval of the Canadian Securities Exchange (the "CSE"), as well as the satisfaction of customary closing conditions. The Companies expect to complete the Acquisition in the coming weeks.

In connection with the Acquisition, Sorrento has agreed to pay a finder's fee equal to 100,000 Sorrento Shares to Kluane Capital FZCO upon closing of the Acquisition.

About Naughty Ventures Corp.

Naughty Ventures Corp. is a Canadian exploration company focused on acquiring, developing, and strategically positioning mineral assets with strong value potential, as well as investing in private and public companies with significant potential, exceptional management and/or high growth potential that may be strategically positioned in the global market. Naughty Ventures maintains a significant equity position in Mammoth Minerals Limited (formerly Firetail Resources Limited), holds an interest in the York Harbour copper-zinc project, and owns the high-grade Bottom Brook rare earth property. In addition, Naughty Ventures' investment activities may include the assembly of mineral exploration properties for resale or option, making investments in other mineral exploration companies, making investments in other public and private non-mineral focused companies, pursuing other promising investment opportunities and making other strategic investments.

About Sorrento Resources Ltd.

Sorrento is engaged in acquisition, exploration, and development of mineral property assets in Canada. Sorrento's objective is to locate and develop economic precious and base metal properties of merit in including the Wing Pond, Lord Baron, The PEG lithium project, and the Harmsworth (VMS) project all located in Newfoundland.

On Behalf of the Board of Directors,

"Blair Naughty"
CEO and President

Forward-Looking Statements:

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Neither the Canadian Securities Exchange nor the Market Regulator (as that term is defined in the policies of the Canadian Securities Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

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A Belgium's newly purchased Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II fighter jet flies as it arrives at the Florennes military airbase, southern Belgium on October 13, 2025. (Photo by JOHN THYS / AFP) (Photo by JOHN THYS/AFP via Getty Images)

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Lockheed Martin (NYSE:LMT) is scheduled to announce its earnings on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. We anticipate that the company will report quarterly revenues of approximately $18.6 billion, buoyed by consistent defense expenditure and effective backlog management in its Aeronautics and Missiles & Fire Control divisions. Nonetheless, we forecast that earnings will experience slight margin pressure due to supply chain expenses and timing of programs. While efficiency enhancements and increased production rates in F-35 deliveries are likely offsetting inflationary challenges, profit growth continues to be gradual. Strong demand from U.S. and allied defense programs remains essential for revenue stability, but lasting earnings growth will hinge on execution discipline and contract composition in the upcoming quarters.

The company possesses a current market capitalization of $118 billion. Over the past twelve months, revenue totaled $72 billion, and it was operationally profitable with $5.9 billion in operating income and a net profit of $4.2 billion. While outcomes will largely be influenced by how results compare to consensus expectations, gaining insights from historical trends could enhance your odds if you are a trader focusing on events.

There are two approaches to consider: grasp the historical odds and prepare yourself before the earnings announcement, or examine the relationship between immediate and medium-term returns after earnings and adjust your position accordingly once the earnings are made public. Furthermore, if you are looking for upside potential with less volatility than individual stocks, the Trefis High Quality portfolio offers an alternative – having outperformed the S&P 500 and achieved returns exceeding 105% since its inception.

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Lockheed Martin’s Historical Chances of Positive Post-Earnings ReturnHere are some insights regarding one-day (1D) post-earnings returns:

There have been 20 earnings data points documented over the last five years, with 8 positive and 12 negative one-day (1D) returns noted. Overall, positive 1D returns occurred around 40% of the time.Significantly, this percentage rises to 50% when we analyze data for the last 3 years instead of 5.The median of the 8 positive returns is 2.1%, while the median of the 12 negative returns is -3.5%.Further data related to observed 5-Day (5D) and 21-Day (21D) returns following earnings are summarized along with the statistics in the table below.

1D, 5D, and 21D Post Earnings Return

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Correlation Between 1D, 5D and 21D Historical Returns

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Thursday's net outflows reflect rising investor risk aversion due to macroeconomic pressures, one analyst said.

Short-term Bitcoin holders have added around $12 billion worth of BTC since October 13, signaling aggressive accumulation after the crash.The short-term holder NUPL has fallen to -0.04, its lowest since April, a level that has historically marked local bottoms and early rebounds.Bitcoin price needs to rise about 7% and close above $115,900 to confirm a breakout, while $107,200 remains the key support to hold.Bitcoin’s (BTC) price has fallen about 2.3% in the past 24 hours, trading near $108,800 after a volatile week where the “Black Friday” crash took center stage. But while prices are still struggling to recover, short-term holders (STH) appear to be buying every dip — and the scale of their buying could soon matter.

This sudden accumulation, seen right after the October 10 correction, suggests growing optimism even as the broader trend remains cautious. But that’s not all. The STH accumulation trend now aligns with technical validations, hinting at a potential Bitcoin price rebound, if not a rally.

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Short-Term Holders Absorb the Dip as Losses DeepenThe Short-Term Holder Net Unrealized Profit/Loss (NUPL) — a metric that measures whether recent buyers are in profit or loss — has dropped to –0.04, the lowest since April 20, 2025. A negative reading means most short-term holders are holding at a loss, which often signals a market bottom or early recovery setup as selling pressure fades.

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Short-Term Bitcoin Holders Sitting At A Loss: GlassnodeSimilar lows have previously led to quick rebounds.

On September 25, when NUPL hit –0.02, Bitcoin rose 4.9%, from $109,000 to $114,300 in just four days.
On October 11, NUPL again dropped to –0.02, and BTC climbed 4.1% from $110,800 to $115,300 within three days.
Now, with NUPL even lower and losses deeper, short-term holders appear to be doubling down instead of exiting.

According to Glassnode, the total supply held by short-term holders (STH) has surged from 2.54 million BTC on October 13 to 2.65 million BTC as of October 16 — a 4.3% increase in just three days. This rise means short-term traders have added roughly 110,000 BTC (almost $12 billion at the current BTC price), showing aggressive buying despite the drop. Also, the STH supply has now hit a 3-month high on the charts despite weak prices, showing near-term conviction.

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Short-term BTC Holders Buying Every Dip: GlassnodeThis mix of negative NUPL and growing supply usually marks a phase of quiet accumulation, when short-term holders position for a potential rebound.

Bitcoin Price Still Awaits Confirmation — 7% Move Needed for a BreakoutBitcoin’s 4-hour chart shows BTC price forming a falling wedge. It is a pattern where lower highs and lower lows compress into narrowing boundaries, often leading to a bullish breakout.

Since October 11, BTC has made a lower low on price, but the Relative Strength Index (RSI) — which measures the speed and strength of price movements — has made a higher low. This is called a bullish divergence, a technical signal that momentum might be turning upward.

To confirm a rebound, Bitcoin must climb around 7.4%, breaking above $115,900 to escape the wedge. Before that, the price needs to close above $112,100 and $113,500, two resistance zones that have rejected recent recovery attempts.

Bitcoin Price Analysis: TradingViewIf Bitcoin breaks past $115,900, it could open the path toward $122,500, the next major resistance level. However, if the $107,200 support fails, BTC might revisit its cycle bottom near $102,000.

The short-term setup is clear: short-term holders are buying heavily, momentum is stabilizing, and key technical patterns hint at relief. But for this to evolve into a rally, Bitcoin must hold $107,000 and close above $115,900. These two levels will decide if this $12 billion buying wave turns into something bigger.

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A blockchain analysis found that one entity likely controls half of the top-earning COAI wallets, amassing $13 million in profits.60 wallets displayed synchronized patterns—funded at the same time and engaged in thousands of automated trades.COAI surged 172% in the past week, but the findings have raised doubts about trading fairness and decentralization in its market.A new investigation by blockchain analytics firm Bubblemaps has raised serious questions about trading activity surrounding ChainOpera (COAI), one of the largest projects on the BNB Chain.

The analysis indicates that one entity may control half of the highest-earning COAI token wallets, netting $13 million in collective profit.

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The COAI token is the ecosystem’s native asset. It is the primary currency for accessing services, rewarding community contributions, and participating in the network’s decentralized development.

According to CoinGecko, the altcoin has emerged as the top gainer over the past week, even as the broader market experienced volatility following the aftermath of Crypto Black Friday. COAI’s price has appreciated by more than 172%, reaching an all-time high (ATH) earlier this week.

Nonetheless, the token has faced downward pressure over the past day, dipping nearly 23% to a press-time value of $17.84.

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Bubblemaps Raises Alarm Over Coordinated ChainOpera Wallet ActivityDespite the short-term correction, the performance underlines the token’s resilience amid wider market fluctuations. But who is actually benefiting from the token’s record rally? According to blockchain analytics firm Bubblemaps, the major beneficiary could be a single entity.

“One entity controls HALF of the top earning COAI wallets. Total profit: $13 million,” the post read.

In an investigation shared on X (formerly Twitter), Bubblemaps identified the 60 most profitable COAI wallets that exhibited identical, highly automated trading patterns.

The post revealed that they were each initially funded with 1 BNB through Binance at around 11:00 a.m. UTC on March 25. Each executed thousands of automated trades via the Binance Alpha platform. Such uniformity in trading behavior led Bubblemaps to point toward central management or highly coordinated action behind these addresses.

“In total, over 50% of the top 100 COAI traders belong to a single entity,” Bubblemaps noted.

Coordinated Activity Among Profitable COAI Wallets. Source: BubblemapsWhile the analytics platform emphasized that no direct link has been established between these wallets and ChainOpera’s core team, it described the coordinated behavior as ‘unusual’ given the scale and automation involved. The ChainOpera AI team has not yet provided a response to Bubblemaps’ findings.

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Metaplanet aims to boost Bitcoin per share using preferred shares rather than common equity dilution.
Preferred shares let the firm raise capital at fixed dividend rates while maintaining ownership ratios.
Simon Gerovich’s model shows a 30% Bitcoin growth and 6% dividend yields 8.6x long-term mNAV gains.
Metaplanet plans to use Bitcoin-backed yield tools to reshape Japan’s corporate credit markets.

Metaplanet is exploring a new strategy to strengthen its Bitcoin position while avoiding shareholder dilution. 

The company aims to expand its Bitcoin holdings by issuing preferred shares instead of common stock. This shift, according to its president Simon Gerovich, could help raise capital efficiently while keeping Bitcoin per share on an upward track.

The approach also offers a way to benefit from Bitcoin’s long-term growth without increasing share count. It marks another move by Metaplanet to merge corporate finance tools with Bitcoin accumulation.

Preferred Shares as a Bitcoin Growth Tool
In a detailed post on X (formerly Twitter), Metaplanet president Simon Gerovich explained how preferred shares give the company an edge. 

He said that when firms raise capital through common stock, they increase their Bitcoin holdings but also dilute ownership. That process often slows growth in Bitcoin per share over time.

As we enter our next phase of growth, a key question is why preferred shares are a more powerful tool than issuing common stock. The answer lies in how we can continue increasing Bitcoin per share without depending on equity issuance. When a company raises common equity, it… pic.twitter.com/aPKxjXb67f

— Simon Gerovich (@gerovich) October 17, 2025

Gerovich outlined that preferred shares solve this by providing fixed dividend payments without adding new common shares. 

This allows the firm to raise funds while maintaining or even boosting Bitcoin per share. He added that Metaplanet evaluates performance using market net asset value (mNAV), which reflects how investors value its enterprise against its Bitcoin holdings.

According to Gerovich, the goal is to keep increasing Bitcoin per share while managing capital use carefully. 

If Bitcoin appreciates faster than the dividend rate, the difference compounds in favor of existing shareholders. He said that’s how the firm turns growth into long-term value without relying on constant equity issuance.

The president illustrated this concept using a 10-year projection. If BTC grows 30% annually and preferred shares yield 6%, the result compounds to an 8.6x value multiplier. 

In other words, issuing 6% preferred shares could replicate the same effect as selling common equity at an mNAV of 8.6x.

Aiming for a Stronger Bitcoin Balance Sheet
Gerovich described the strategy as part of a wider plan to build a Bitcoin-backed balance sheet that supports new yield instruments in Japan. He said Metaplanet now maintains a strong financial base with minimal debt and rising Bitcoin reserves. 

The company’s long-term vision includes transforming Japan’s credit markets through Bitcoin-linked financial products.

This approach could make Bitcoin a core element in future corporate funding models. By using preferred shares, Metaplanet reduces dependence on fluctuating market valuations while gaining more predictable access to capital. 

Gerovich emphasized that this structure ensures common shareholders benefit directly from Bitcoin’s growth over time.

Metaplanet continues to position itself as Japan’s most active Bitcoin-focused public firm. Its steady accumulation of Bitcoin and creative financing strategies could set new standards for how traditional companies engage with crypto assets.

Ripple made it to the headline for its $1 billion acquisition of GTreasury to drive its next phase in real-time treasury and liquidity solutions. However, XRP’s price did not enjoy the boost that many traders expected. Instead of bullish momentum, XRP fell sharply, losing 5.6% in just one day. 

XRP saw its market cap shrink by 5.75% to $137.21 billion. Even with intraday volumes at $7.58 billion, the mood soured fast, leaving prices scraping a 24-hour low of $2.29. This is nerve-racking!! Any which ways, join me as I decode the potential XRP price targets for the short-term. 

Ripple XRP Price Analysis, Oversold Yet Not Out?Looking at XRP’s latest price action, the technical landscape paints a challenging picture. The most critical event has been the breakdown beneath the key $2.47 support level, plunging XRP firmly into a $2.27 zone. This support loss coincided with a negative turn in the MACD histogram and a daily RSI dropping to heavily oversold values. 

Successively, the recent chart moves also reflect repeated failed attempts to reclaim $2.47. If the price closes below the current $2.29 zone, downside targets around $2.14 come firmly into play, with the next visible support likely there. Until XRP can decisively reclaim $2.47, short-term rallies may remain capped, and risk lingers for further drops.

FAQsWhy did XRP price drop despite Ripple’s GTreasury acquisition?

Ripple’s $1B GTreasury deal boosted corporate credibility. However, market-wide risk aversion and technical breakdowns overpowered any positive news.

What is the XRP price now?

The XRP price today is hovering around $2.29, with an intraday change of -5.6%.

Where’s the next major support for XRP if selling continues?

If XRP closes under $2.29, the next critical support sits at $2.14. 

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Cardano (ADA) is holding steady below $0.70 after a volatile start to October, as mixed whale activity and shifting ETF sentiment shape the near-term outlook.

Despite reports of major holders unloading hundreds of millions of ADA, other large investors appear to be buying the dip, signaling renewed confidence ahead of the October 23 Grayscale ADA ETF decision and next month’s Cardano Summit in Berlin.

Whales Return as Analysts Target $1 Recovery
After falling from $0.80 during the broader crypto correction, ADA has entered a consolidation range between $0.65 and $0.70.

On-chain data reveals conflicting whale behavior, some large holders sold over 350 million ADA in a week, while others accumulated 140–200 million tokens worth roughly $100–$140 million. The renewed buying helped ADA rebound by more than 2% in 24 hours, lifting it back toward the key $0.70 level.

Crypto analyst MMBTrader said ADA continues to defend higher-timeframe support and could be “ready for its next leg up past $1.”

Similarly, market strategist Javon Marks projected that once ADA breaks through near-term resistance at $0.74–$0.80, momentum could accelerate toward $1.20–$1.60, with extensions to $2 possible if sentiment strengthens.

$0.74 Cardano (ADA) Resistance in Focus
On the 4-hour chart, Cardano is shaping a falling wedge pattern, a structure often preceding bullish reversals. Immediate support rests at $0.65, while $0.74 acts as the first major resistance. A decisive breakout above $0.74 could trigger moves toward $0.80–$0.86, aligning with the 50-day exponential moving average.

ADA's price trends to the downside on the daily chart. Source: ADAUSD on Tradingview
Technical indicators show mixed signals as the RSI at 37 suggests ADA is approaching oversold territory, while Chaikin Money Flow (CMF) at over 0.13 hints at light inflows returning. Analysts warn that failure to hold $0.65 may open a retest of $0.60–$0.62, last seen during June’s correction.

Ecosystem Growth and Institutional Watch
Beyond ADA price action, Cardano’s fundamentals continue to develop. The network’s DeFi TVL remains subdued at $288 million, but new staking options through eToro’s U.S. launch and ongoing ecosystem projects like Midnight and Leios have drawn optimism from long-term investors.

With ETF speculation, whale accumulation, and growing institutional accessibility, analysts argue that ADA may be building a base for recovery into Q4. A clear move above $0.74 could confirm a bullish reversal and set the stage for a test of the $1 mark, while failure to defend $0.65 would extend consolidation.

Cover image from ChatGPT, ADAUSD chart from Tradingview

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Peter Schiff never misses an opportunity to point out what he considers a digital illusion: bitcoin. And during this period when gold is reaching new heights, the economist has brought out the heavy artillery. For him, the 32% drop of BTC against gold since August is a sign of an imminent crash. But his speech, although enthusiastic for yellow metal fans, is not without contestation in the crypto sphere.

In brief

Schiff claims Bitcoin failed against gold, urging to sell it immediately.
Gold surged to $4,357, boosted by geopolitical tensions and falling rates.
Crypto analysts respond: Bitcoin and gold fulfill complementary roles in portfolios.
Despite the decline, Bitcoin adoption advances, supported by institutions like BlackRock and Ripple.

When Peter Schiff Rejoices: Gold Shines, Bitcoin Wobbles
On October 16, Peter Schiff triumphantly tweeted: “Gold is eating Bitcoin’s lunch. Bitcoin has fallen 32% against gold since its August peak. This Bitcoin bear market will be brutal. HODLers, sell your fake gold now and buy the real thing, or have fun going bankrupt.”

Meanwhile, gold hit a new high at $4,318 an ounce, supported by Sino-American tensions, Fed rate cut forecasts, and demand from central banks.

For Schiff, there is no doubt: 

It’s not just a de-dollarization movement, but also a de-bitcoinization. Bitcoin failed the test as a viable alternative to the US dollar or digital gold. HODLers are in denial, and their refusal to accept reality will cost them dearly.

According to him, hodlers live in denial. Yet this time, the numbers support him. Gold has surged over 64% since January, while bitcoin has only gained 16% over the same period.

Safe Haven War: Gold Explodes, Bitcoin Resists
But Schiff does not only have supporters. Under his posts, counterarguments abound. One notable one is from @BTCPeakHub, who recalls that despite volatility, bitcoin reached $126,198 in early October. “It’s not a “failure”. It’s just Bitcoin being Bitcoin.“

Others also recall historical performance. Alex Stanczyk notes, for example, that he bought gold at $650 in 2007, allowing him a 521% gain. But he highlights that an equivalent investment in bitcoin over the same period would have generated a return of 174 million percent. Even over the last five years, the gain still reaches 1,003%. He refers to an article in which he defends complementarity between the two assets.

Deep down, this is where the real debate lies. Gold remains the ultimate safe-haven asset, driven by market fear and low rate policies. But bitcoin, as an emerging asset, attracts a new generation of investors. It also remains the heart of blockchain innovation.

Schiff’s dislike for bitcoin is therefore double-edged. Because every time he predicts its fall, a spectacular rebound seems to prove him wrong… Until proven otherwise.

Massive Gold vs Volatile Bitcoin: 5 Facts Changing the Game
One of the hottest debates is about overall valuation. Gold and bitcoin don’t play in the same field.

Here are some key numbers to remember:

Gold reached a historic market cap of $30 trillion, 14.5 times that of bitcoin;
In just one week, gold added $300 billion to its capitalization, equivalent to BTC’s market cap;
The bitcoin price fell 32% against gold since the August 2025 peak;
Yet, the number of addresses holding BTC increased, rising from 6.99 to 7.07 million in a few days;
Institutions like BlackRock and US Bancorp continue investing in crypto infrastructure.

In response, some analysts claim gold could soon reach $5,000 if geopolitical tensions persist. But they do not rule out a capital rotation towards bitcoin if yellow metal weakens.

So, should one bet everything on gold? Or be patient with bitcoin?

Peter Schiff might be right in the short term, but many believe he is wrong once again. The new gold peak could well, according to some analysts, announce bitcoin’s next big surge. Between current reality and future potential, the match between the two assets is just beginning.

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Almost 290,000 traders have been liquidated in the past day.

The bears are back in the crypto town, which is evident by yet another substantial price correction from essentially every digital asset.

Bitcoin led the adverse charge, with a nosedive toward $105,000 as of press time, which is a multi-month low on multiple exchanges. The altcoins follow suit in an even more painful manner.

BTCUSD. Source: TradingView
Recall that bitcoin had recovered a lot of ground following last week’s calamity and even challenged $116,000 earlier this week. However, it faced an immediate and strong rejection at that point, which pushed it south to the crucial resistance at $110,000.

Although that line held at first, the bears were a lot more persistent and drove the asset below it yesterday evening. That was just the start of yet another deeper correction, however. In the past several hours, BTC has registered another leg down and is close to breaking below $105,000, which is the first line of defense, according to some analysts. The next such buying wall is formed at around $100,000.

Other market observers have turned completely bearish on the asset. Captain Faibik claimed that the 2024/2025 bull run is over, and they expect a 50% correction in the midterm.

Naturally, the altcoins are getting obliterated in such occasions. Binance Coin, for example, which set a new all-time high just days ago, has plunged by over 12% in the past 24 hours to under $1,050 as of press time. ETH is down by more than 6%, XRP’s losses exceed 7%, and the landscape with the lower caps is even more painful.

“Altcoins are under pressure as liquidity continues to rotate back into Bitcoin and stablecoins amid risk-off sentiment. This latest dip reflects declining speculative appetite after last week’s macro data, thin order books amplifying volatility, and renewed uncertainty around regulatory headlines impacting smaller-cap tokens,” said Wenny C, COO at SynFutures, in a statement to CryptoPotato.

The crash in the past 24 hours has impacted over-leveraged traders once again, with almost 290,000 such market participants getting wrecked. The total value of liquidations is on the rise again, hitting $1.1 billion, according to CoinGlass.

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Binance-Led Selling Pressures Bitcoin, But ‘Uptober’ May Soon Flip the Script

Crypto Liquidations on CoinGlass

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Bitcoin falls to its lowest levels since June as familiar US banking turmoil returns.

Traders see $100,000 as possibly failing as support.

Gold comes off fresh all-time highs as Peter Schiff sees it beating Bitcoin to the $1 million mark.

Bitcoin (BTC) fell to 15-week lows on Friday as a US banking rout added to BTC price pressures.

BTC/USD four-hour chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView
Bitcoin risks “going straight to $98,000” nextData from Cointelegraph Markets Pro and TradingView showed Bitcoin dropping under $106,000 for the first time since June.

Crypto markets reacted badly to concerns over US regional banking stocks, which began falling in a manner similar to March 2023. Then, Bitcoin and altcoins saw a flash crash before a strong rebound, with BTC/USD dipping under the $20,000 mark.

“In March 2023, regional bank stocks collapsed, the crisis was “contained,” but nothing really changed,” trading resource The Kobeissi Letter wrote in an X post on the topic.

Reacting, some traders warned of a retest and potential failure of key BTC price support at $100,000.

— Borg (@Borg_Cryptos) October 17, 2025
Others saw an attempt to “fill” a daily candle wick from last week, which took price to $102,000 on Binance amid US-China trade-war worries.

“$BTC working on the Binance wick. If it doesn’t end here, it could fill the whole wick near the weekly 50 MA,” trader SuperBro wrote on X.

BTC/USD one-day chart with 50-week MA. Source: SuperBro/XEarlier moving averages (MAs) on daily timeframes failed to hold as support, leading Bitcoin to touch its 200-day MA for the first time in over six months.

“$BTC has lost the $108,000 support level. Now there’s little to no support until $101,000-$102,000,” crypto investor and entrepreneur Ted Pillows agreed.

“If Bitcoin manages to reclaim the $110,000 level from here, we could see a bounce back. Otherwise, expect more pain before relief.”BTC/USDT one-day chart. Source: Ted Pillows/XGold bug Schiff sees $1 million before BitcoinThe banking woes also began to take their toll on gold, the standout winner in the current market, which saw new all-time highs into the daily close. 

XAU/USD one-hour chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewGold proponents celebrated its divergence from Bitcoin. Peter Schiff, the well-known Bitcoin skeptic who is chairman and chief economist at investment advisory firm Europac, even predicted that the precious metal would reach $1 million per ounce before Bitcoin.

Gold is more likely to hit $1 million than Bitcoin.

— Peter Schiff (@PeterSchiff) October 16, 2025
“It's not just a de-dollarization trade but a de-bitcoinization trade. Bitcoin has failed the test as a viable alternative to the U.S. dollar or digital gold,” he argued during recent X exchanges.

Others suggested that a “rotation” into BTC was now more likely.

“Either way, makes sense to see profits flow out of Gold soon with the way the market behaves,” crypto trader Jelle said on X.

An accompanying chart showed phases of Bitcoin leading and “catching up” with gold over the years.

BTC/USD vs. XAU/USD chart. Source: Jelle/XThis article does not contain investment advice or recommendations. Every investment and trading move involves risk, and readers should conduct their own research when making a decision.

While most mainstream attention has gone to quantum computing as a danger to Bitcoin's existence, Duke Professor Harvey Campbell highlights that a 51% attack is a far more concerning event. Campbell estimates that a one-week attack could be completed for $6 billion, nearly 0.26% of bitcoin's market capitalization.

Crypto projects have spent over $1.4 billion on token buybacks in 2025, with just 10 firms accounting for 92% of total activity across the sector.Hyperliquid led the market with $645 million in repurchases, followed by LayerZero and Pump.fun with $150 million and $138 million, respectively.Average monthly spending hit $145.9 million, as decentralized protocols use buybacks to boost value and user confidence.Cryptocurrency projects have poured over $1.4 billion toward token buybacks in 2025, with just 10 projects capturing 92% of the total expenditure. 

Hyperliquid, a decentralized perp exchange protocol, led the market with roughly $645 million committed. That represented nearly half of all token buyback activity recorded across the crypto market this year.

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Token Buybacks Accelerate In 2025 According to the latest report by CoinGecko, 28 cryptocurrency projects devoted substantial resources to token buybacks this year. The pace picked up in the second half of 2025, with buyback spending surging by 85% month over month in July. 

“Although a jump in token buyback spending was attributed to September, this was due to the one-off LayerZero repurchase announcement, which did not specify when it was carried out. Excluding the ZRO buyback, September only saw $168.45 million in token buyback spending,” CoinGecko’s research analyst Yuqian Lim noted.

By mid-October, buyback spending had already reached $88.81 million. This suggests the market is on track for a fourth straight month exceeding the first-half monthly average of $99.32 million. 

On average, around $145.93 million has been spent each month, signaling growing enthusiasm for the mechanism across the sector.

Token Buyback Spending. Source: CoinGeckoSponsored

Hyperliquid Dominates Token Buybacks This YearHyperliquid stands out as the undisputed leader in token repurchases this year. The project has spent more than $644.64 million in revenue through its Assistance Fund. This amount equals the combined total of the next nine largest projects.

Furthermore, the protocol accounted for 46% of all token buyback activity in 2025. So far, the network has bought back 21.36 million HYPE tokens, representing 2.1% of the total supply.

According to earlier OAK Research estimates, Hyperliquid’s model has the potential to repurchase up to 13% of its total supply each year. 

LayerZero followed Hyperliquid with a $150 million one-off buyback of ZRO tokens, acquiring 5% of its supply. Pump.fun invested $138 million in PUMP repurchases since July, covering 3% of supply. 

“While this puts PUMP buyback spending on the lower end compared to HYPE so far, it is worth noting that Pump.fun has already bought back a higher 3.0% share of total supply,” Lim highlighted

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Meanwhile, Raydium directed $100 million toward buybacks and burns of RAY tokens. Lastly, rounding out the top 10 list were Sky Protocol (SKY), Jupiter (JUP), Ethena (ENA), Rollbit (RLB), Bonk (BONK), and Aave (AAVE).

Top Protocols Leading Token Buybacks. Source: CoinGeckoIn terms of the share of supply retired, GMX outperformed with repurchases equating to 12.9% of its supply for $20.86 million, highlighting efficiency in smaller-scale efforts.

“Excluding buyback-and-burn programs, the 23 token buybacks examined here have repurchased on average 1.9% of their respective total supply. So far, 14 out of the 23 projects have only bought back less than 1.0% of total supply,” the report added.

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Token Buybacks: What’s Driving the Surge?Several forces fueled the 2025 buyback boom. According to DWF Labs, the surge stemmed from a convergence of profitability, governance maturity, and market psychology across the Web3 space. 

“With an increasing number of projects achieving profitability, buybacks have become an essential strategy to reward long-term users, reduce circulating supply, and generate positive feedback loops that benefit both users and projects,” the report read.

As more decentralized protocols achieved sustainable revenue, they began channeling earnings into token repurchases to reinforce long-term value and community trust. DWF pointed out that mature DAO governance and disciplined treasury management—such as Aave’s structured “Aavenomics” buybacks—helped institutionalize these practices. 

At the same time, investors gravitated toward scarcity-based token models following a volatile 2024. Meanwhile, automated on-chain systems from projects like Hyperliquid and Raydium turned buybacks into transparent, continuous mechanisms. 

Together, these dynamics transformed buybacks into a hallmark of disciplined tokenomics and a defining trend in 2025’s decentralized economy.

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On October 16, US spot Bitcoin ETFs withdrew $536.44 million, marking their second consecutive day of outflows, with none of the twelve ETFs experiencing a net inflow. According to SoSoValue, Ethereum ETFs saw $56.88 million in outflows. 

Bitcoin ETF Breakdown Bitcoin ETFs recorded a total net outflow of $536.44 million, with Ark &21Shares ARKB leading at $275.15 million. Fidelity FBTC followed with $132.00 million, as Grayscale GBTC and BlackRock IBIT posted withdrawals of $44.97 million and $29.46 million, respectively. 

Additional sell-offs were recorded by Bitwise BITB of $20.58 million, Grayscale BTC $22.52 million, and VanEck HODL of $6.12 million. Valkyrie BRRR made the smallest transfer of the session with $5.65 million. 

Overall, the total trading value surged to $8.08 billion, marking the highest of the week. Net assets came in at $146.44 million, representing 6.81% of Bitcoin market capitalization. 

Ethereum ETF Breakdown Ethereum ETFs saw a total net outflow of $56.88 million. Grayscale ETHE led the withdrawals with $69.03 million, and Bitwise ETHW followed with $15.83 million. Other notable funds, including Fidelity FETH and Grayscale ETH, also posted sell-offs of $11.60 million and $4.37 million, respectively. 

Franklin EZET posted the smallest outflow with $2.94 million, while BlackRock ETHA became the only ETF to post an inflow for the day with $46.90 million. The total trading value reached $2.90 billion, slightly higher than yesterday. Net assets came in at $26.51 billion, marking 5.70%  of Ethereum’s market cap. 

Market Context Bitcoin price dropped to $109,009.66, marking a 10% decline from last week. Its market cap also slipped to $2.17 trillion, while the 24-hour trading volume surged to 87.34 billion. 

Meanwhile, Ethereum hit its lowest of October at $3,921.81 on Friday, showing a 2.1% drop in 24 hours. Its 24-hour trading volume reached $48.27 billion, with its market cap of $472.81 billion, signalling a weak market. Both assets continue to show a bearish trend after the U.S.-China trade war tensions. 

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On October 16, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse announced the company’s $1.25 billion acquisition of GTreasury, a leading global corporate treasury management firm. 

The deal aims to integrate Ripple’s blockchain-powered payment and settlement technology with GTreasury’s cash and liquidity management systems, enabling CFOs worldwide to manage stablecoins, tokenized deposits, and idle capital more efficiently. 

This move represents a significant step in bridging traditional finance with decentralized blockchain solutions.

Ripple’s Strategic AcquisitionCrypto lawyer and advocate John Deaton commented on Ripple’s bold expansion:

“This is Ripple’s seventh major acquisition, and it shows they are building an end-to-end financial infrastructure, spanning treasury dashboards to on-chain settlements.”

Over the past two years, Ripple has strategically acquired:

Hidden Road ($1.25B) – Prime brokerage and multi-asset clearing firm
Rail ($200M) – Stablecoin infrastructure and backend automation platform
Metaco ($250M) – Institutional custody and tokenization provider
Standard Custody & Trust – Regulated trust backbone for stablecoins
Fortress Trust – Regulatory and licensing infrastructure firm
Algrim – Trading and liquidity engineering company
Deaton added that CEO Garlinghouse’s vision is far from complete, calling Ripple’s strategy a:

“Massive buildout of a new-age financial ecosystem.”

XRP Treasury ExpansionIndustry analysts have noted that GTreasury is not just another acquisition. Bill Morgan, a financial analyst, warned:

“While the acquisition strengthens Ripple’s infrastructure, it doesn’t mean XRP’s price will instantly surge. XRP still correlates with Bitcoin and broader crypto market trends.”

Meanwhile, analyst Mr. Man explained the operational advantage of the deal:

“GTreasury acts like a corporate version of a RippleNet endpoint, handling liquidity, FX, and derivatives internally. Ripple then facilitates settlement between institutions. With GTreasury’s existing connections to SWIFT, bank APIs, and payment networks, Ripple positions itself directly within the systems that power global finance, while adhering to BIS and Basel III standards.”

This strategic integration positions Ripple as a central player in global corporate treasury management, leveraging blockchain technology to streamline institutional liquidity, tokenized cash management, and cross-border settlements.

Ripple Bridges Traditional Finance and BlockchainWith this acquisition, Ripple continues its trajectory to reshape the global financial ecosystem, combining decentralized finance (DeFi) principles with established corporate treasury processes. 

The company’s expanding suite of acquisitions underlines a long-term goal: creating a seamless bridge between traditional finance, blockchain settlements, and institutional-grade crypto infrastructure.

“Ripple is not just growing; it’s building the financial rails of the future,” said Deaton.

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Posted: October 17, 2025

Key Takeaways
Why are Cardano whales selling 350 million ADA?
Large holders appear to be reducing their exposure due to declining market confidence and weakening bullish momentum.

What does the uptick in long liquidations mean for ADA’s outlook?
Long liquidations exceeding short positions seemed to confirm strong bearish control. 

Cardano [ADA] whales have dumped roughly 350 million ADA over the past week, marking one of the largest sell-offs in recent months. Such coordinated selling often reflects expectations of near-term downside or a desire to secure profits after recent volatility. 

Now, retail traders have attempted to absorb some of the outflows. And yet, the price momentum remains weak as selling pressure outweighs accumulation. 

Consequently, this distribution phase could also allude to a cooling trend in institutional interest, leaving ADA vulnerable to further losses. Especially if sentiment does not improve in the coming sessions.

Cardano defends key support as bears test the descending channel
At the time of writing, ADA’s price was trading near $0.67 after testing the lower boundary of its descending channel around $0.65. This zone has historically acted as a springboard for short-term rebounds. However, sellers remain active at resistance levels near $0.73 and $0.87.

If buyers fail to protect this area, the next support would be around $0.53 – A zone that could attract bargain hunters. 

However, regaining momentum above $0.73 could invalidate the bearish setup – Hinting at a potential reversal if bullish volume expands in the short term.

Source: TradingView

Open Interest falls as traders retreat from risk exposure
Cardano’s Open Interest dropped by 2.12% to $669.89 million, reflecting declining enthusiasm in leveraged markets. This contraction is also a sign that traders have been closing positions amid fading volatility and rising caution. 

The fall in Open Interest mirrors the broader reduction in whale holdings, reinforcing that both retail and institutional participants may be adopting a defensive stance. 

Such an environment typically precedes consolidation phases, one where liquidity tightens and speculative behavior cools down before any sustainable recovery across the Futures landscape.

Long liquidations expose bearish control across exchanges
Finally, liquidations data revealed that $1.13 million in long positions were wiped out compared to only $187,000 in shorts. Such an imbalance indicated that bulls lost significant ground as downside pressure intensified. 

Platforms such as Bybit and Binance recorded the highest liquidations, confirming that long traders faced forced exits. 

The dominance of long liquidations seemed to be in line with the fall in Open Interest – Evidence of a market reset favoring sellers. If this pattern persists, ADA might be in an extended correction phase for a while. 

Can ADA recover after whales and longs capitulate?
Cardano’s outlook remains cautious as whale sell-offs, shrinking Open Interest, and liquidated longs confirm a bearish bias. And yet, the proximity of ADA’s price to its lower trendline support offers a potential pivot for short-term recovery. 

For ADA to reverse this narrative, buyers must defend press time levels and reclaim the $0.73 zone decisively. 

Until then, the bears will hold the upper hand. Sustained accumulation remains the key catalyst for any meaningful rebound.

ZORA price is closing in on a key psychological resistance at $0.120 after rallying nearly 26% following news of its Upbit listing. A breakout above this level could open the door for a potential 50% upside.

Summary

ZORA price rallied by 37% after Upbit announced it would list the token.
Zora’s launch of a creator-focused fund and its growing utility on the Base app supported its gains.
The token is eyeing a 50% upside on a decisive breakout above the $0.120 resistance level.

According to an official announcement on Oct. 17, Upbit, South Korea’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, revealed it will list ZORA with trading pairs against KRW, BTC, and USDT on the Base network.

Listing on a major exchange like Upbit typically drives greater visibility and credibility to a token and its ecosystem and sparks strong investor interest and short-term rallies driven by heightened demand.

In ZORA’s case, the token surged by as much as 37%, climbing from $0.085 to an intraday high of $0.11, before paring back some gains and settling at $0.105 at the time of writing.

Besides the premier exchange listing, multiple other developments have contributed to the bullish momentum surrounding Zora (ZORA). 

Zora network has recently introduced the ‘Believe Fund,’ a new initiative aimed at accelerating its vision of a creator-focused economy. The fund will allocate 20 million ZORA tokens to support emerging creators and projects within the ecosystem, helping deepen liquidity for creator coins and encourage broader community participation.

On top of that, Zora’s creator coin program itself has noticeably increased demand for ZORA tokens, which are needed to launch creator coins and pay for minting fees, and was recently launched on Coinbase’s Base app, which has once again spurred demand for the altcoin.

As of press time, data from Santiment showed that social sentiment surrounding the ZORA token has remained positive over the past three days. However, this optimism could be tested as the project approaches an upcoming token unlock.

According to data from Tokenomist, the network will release 166.67 million ZORA tokens into circulation on Oct. 30, a figure that represents around 1.67% of the total supply.

Token unlock events tend to increase the total circulating supply of the related token, which in turn leads to short-term selling pressure on its price driven by early holders or speculators who may sell to realize profits. This could temporarily weigh on the token’s upward momentum.

ZORA price analysis
On the four-hour chart, ZORA’s price was just shy of reaching the $0.120 psychological resistance level, which has acted as a ceiling since September this year.

This resistance zone sits just above the neckline of a double bottom pattern, which ZORA breached during its rally earlier today. A breakout from this type of formation typically signals the beginning of a strong upward move.

ZORA price has formed a golden cross on the 4-hour chart — Oct. 17 | Source: crypto.news
Technical indicators also seem to strengthen the bullish setup. The 50-day and 200-day simple moving averages have formed a golden cross, a technical indicator that is often seen as a sign of potential sustained rallies.

If ZORA successfully confirms a breakout above the $0.120 resistance, it would further validate the bullish setup and potentially propel the price toward $0.155, up 50% from the current price. The target is derived by measuring the height of the double bottom formation and projecting it from the breakout point.

On the flip side, if ZORA fails to hold the $0.097 support, which aligns with the 61.8% Fibonacci retracement level, it could invalidate the bullish structure. The token may also face a trend reversal, with the next support level likely found around $0.084, which marks the base of the previous double bottom.

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More Volume, More Revenue, Better Traders: Crypto Derivatives with Shift Markets

More Volume, More Revenue, Better Traders: Crypto Derivatives with Shift Markets

More Volume, More Revenue, Better Traders: Crypto Derivatives with Shift Markets

More Volume, More Revenue, Better Traders: Crypto Derivatives with Shift Markets

More Volume, More Revenue, Better Traders: Crypto Derivatives with Shift Markets

More Volume, More Revenue, Better Traders: Crypto Derivatives with Shift Markets

Derivatives trading has rapidly overtaken spot trading as the driving force in crypto markets. In this exclusive webinar with Shift Markets, we explore the rise of crypto derivatives and how exchanges, brokerages, and new market venues can leverage them for growth.
Ian McAfee, Co-Founder & CEO of Shift Markets, and Michael Zimkind, VP of Business Development, break down:
➤The mechanics of futures, perpetual swaps, and options
➤Why derivatives are reshaping the industry and outpacing spot markets
➤How integrating derivatives can boost trading activity, retention, and profitability
➤Real-world case studies from centralized and decentralized exchanges that scaled successfully with derivatives
Whether you run a spot-only crypto exchange, an FX brokerage, or are building a new platform, this session provides a clear roadmap to unlocking revenue and attracting higher-quality traders.
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Derivatives trading has rapidly overtaken spot trading as the driving force in crypto markets. In this exclusive webinar with Shift Markets, we explore the rise of crypto derivatives and how exchanges, brokerages, and new market venues can leverage them for growth.
Ian McAfee, Co-Founder & CEO of Shift Markets, and Michael Zimkind, VP of Business Development, break down:
➤The mechanics of futures, perpetual swaps, and options
➤Why derivatives are reshaping the industry and outpacing spot markets
➤How integrating derivatives can boost trading activity, retention, and profitability
➤Real-world case studies from centralized and decentralized exchanges that scaled successfully with derivatives
Whether you run a spot-only crypto exchange, an FX brokerage, or are building a new platform, this session provides a clear roadmap to unlocking revenue and attracting higher-quality traders.
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Derivatives trading has rapidly overtaken spot trading as the driving force in crypto markets. In this exclusive webinar with Shift Markets, we explore the rise of crypto derivatives and how exchanges, brokerages, and new market venues can leverage them for growth.
Ian McAfee, Co-Founder & CEO of Shift Markets, and Michael Zimkind, VP of Business Development, break down:
➤The mechanics of futures, perpetual swaps, and options
➤Why derivatives are reshaping the industry and outpacing spot markets
➤How integrating derivatives can boost trading activity, retention, and profitability
➤Real-world case studies from centralized and decentralized exchanges that scaled successfully with derivatives
Whether you run a spot-only crypto exchange, an FX brokerage, or are building a new platform, this session provides a clear roadmap to unlocking revenue and attracting higher-quality traders.
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Derivatives trading has rapidly overtaken spot trading as the driving force in crypto markets. In this exclusive webinar with Shift Markets, we explore the rise of crypto derivatives and how exchanges, brokerages, and new market venues can leverage them for growth.
Ian McAfee, Co-Founder & CEO of Shift Markets, and Michael Zimkind, VP of Business Development, break down:
➤The mechanics of futures, perpetual swaps, and options
➤Why derivatives are reshaping the industry and outpacing spot markets
➤How integrating derivatives can boost trading activity, retention, and profitability
➤Real-world case studies from centralized and decentralized exchanges that scaled successfully with derivatives
Whether you run a spot-only crypto exchange, an FX brokerage, or are building a new platform, this session provides a clear roadmap to unlocking revenue and attracting higher-quality traders.
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Derivatives trading has rapidly overtaken spot trading as the driving force in crypto markets. In this exclusive webinar with Shift Markets, we explore the rise of crypto derivatives and how exchanges, brokerages, and new market venues can leverage them for growth.
Ian McAfee, Co-Founder & CEO of Shift Markets, and Michael Zimkind, VP of Business Development, break down:
➤The mechanics of futures, perpetual swaps, and options
➤Why derivatives are reshaping the industry and outpacing spot markets
➤How integrating derivatives can boost trading activity, retention, and profitability
➤Real-world case studies from centralized and decentralized exchanges that scaled successfully with derivatives
Whether you run a spot-only crypto exchange, an FX brokerage, or are building a new platform, this session provides a clear roadmap to unlocking revenue and attracting higher-quality traders.
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Derivatives trading has rapidly overtaken spot trading as the driving force in crypto markets. In this exclusive webinar with Shift Markets, we explore the rise of crypto derivatives and how exchanges, brokerages, and new market venues can leverage them for growth.
Ian McAfee, Co-Founder & CEO of Shift Markets, and Michael Zimkind, VP of Business Development, break down:
➤The mechanics of futures, perpetual swaps, and options
➤Why derivatives are reshaping the industry and outpacing spot markets
➤How integrating derivatives can boost trading activity, retention, and profitability
➤Real-world case studies from centralized and decentralized exchanges that scaled successfully with derivatives
Whether you run a spot-only crypto exchange, an FX brokerage, or are building a new platform, this session provides a clear roadmap to unlocking revenue and attracting higher-quality traders.
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Axi Select’s role in reshaping the prop firm space & empowering traders | FM Talks with Greg Rubin

Axi Select’s role in reshaping the prop firm space & empowering traders | FM Talks with Greg Rubin

Axi Select’s role in reshaping the prop firm space & empowering traders | FM Talks with Greg Rubin

Axi Select’s role in reshaping the prop firm space & empowering traders | FM Talks with Greg Rubin

Axi Select’s role in reshaping the prop firm space & empowering traders | FM Talks with Greg Rubin

Axi Select’s role in reshaping the prop firm space & empowering traders | FM Talks with Greg Rubin

In this FM Talks interview, Greg Rubin, Head of Axi Select, speaks with Nicole Cheimona, Content and Community Executive at Finance Magnets, to discuss how Axi Select is redefining trader funding.
Greg clarifies that Axi Select isn't a traditional prop firm. Instead, it's a trader-centric program built on live accounts and the strength of the Axi brokerage. He highlights their commitment to a fair playing field, offering crucial educational resources, and providing real-life trading conditions without the restrictive rules (like daily drawdowns or news trading limits) common elsewhere.
He stresses that the trading conditions are paramount to long-term success. The structured program guides traders, solving the common problem of undercapitalization and over-leveraging, with the ultimate potential to manage $1 million of their funds.
Greg also touches on the importance of risk management and trading psychology among successful participants. Get a look at their role in the evolving landscape of regulation and a hint at exciting upcoming features, including a new dashboard and developments for their top traders.
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In this FM Talks interview, Greg Rubin, Head of Axi Select, speaks with Nicole Cheimona, Content and Community Executive at Finance Magnets, to discuss how Axi Select is redefining trader funding.
Greg clarifies that Axi Select isn't a traditional prop firm. Instead, it's a trader-centric program built on live accounts and the strength of the Axi brokerage. He highlights their commitment to a fair playing field, offering crucial educational resources, and providing real-life trading conditions without the restrictive rules (like daily drawdowns or news trading limits) common elsewhere.
He stresses that the trading conditions are paramount to long-term success. The structured program guides traders, solving the common problem of undercapitalization and over-leveraging, with the ultimate potential to manage $1 million of their funds.
Greg also touches on the importance of risk management and trading psychology among successful participants. Get a look at their role in the evolving landscape of regulation and a hint at exciting upcoming features, including a new dashboard and developments for their top traders.
#AxiSelect #TraderFunding #FMtalks
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In this FM Talks interview, Greg Rubin, Head of Axi Select, speaks with Nicole Cheimona, Content and Community Executive at Finance Magnets, to discuss how Axi Select is redefining trader funding.
Greg clarifies that Axi Select isn't a traditional prop firm. Instead, it's a trader-centric program built on live accounts and the strength of the Axi brokerage. He highlights their commitment to a fair playing field, offering crucial educational resources, and providing real-life trading conditions without the restrictive rules (like daily drawdowns or news trading limits) common elsewhere.
He stresses that the trading conditions are paramount to long-term success. The structured program guides traders, solving the common problem of undercapitalization and over-leveraging, with the ultimate potential to manage $1 million of their funds.
Greg also touches on the importance of risk management and trading psychology among successful participants. Get a look at their role in the evolving landscape of regulation and a hint at exciting upcoming features, including a new dashboard and developments for their top traders.
#AxiSelect #TraderFunding #FMtalks
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In this FM Talks interview, Greg Rubin, Head of Axi Select, speaks with Nicole Cheimona, Content and Community Executive at Finance Magnets, to discuss how Axi Select is redefining trader funding.
Greg clarifies that Axi Select isn't a traditional prop firm. Instead, it's a trader-centric program built on live accounts and the strength of the Axi brokerage. He highlights their commitment to a fair playing field, offering crucial educational resources, and providing real-life trading conditions without the restrictive rules (like daily drawdowns or news trading limits) common elsewhere.
He stresses that the trading conditions are paramount to long-term success. The structured program guides traders, solving the common problem of undercapitalization and over-leveraging, with the ultimate potential to manage $1 million of their funds.
Greg also touches on the importance of risk management and trading psychology among successful participants. Get a look at their role in the evolving landscape of regulation and a hint at exciting upcoming features, including a new dashboard and developments for their top traders.
#AxiSelect #TraderFunding #FMtalks
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In this FM Talks interview, Greg Rubin, Head of Axi Select, speaks with Nicole Cheimona, Content and Community Executive at Finance Magnets, to discuss how Axi Select is redefining trader funding.
Greg clarifies that Axi Select isn't a traditional prop firm. Instead, it's a trader-centric program built on live accounts and the strength of the Axi brokerage. He highlights their commitment to a fair playing field, offering crucial educational resources, and providing real-life trading conditions without the restrictive rules (like daily drawdowns or news trading limits) common elsewhere.
He stresses that the trading conditions are paramount to long-term success. The structured program guides traders, solving the common problem of undercapitalization and over-leveraging, with the ultimate potential to manage $1 million of their funds.
Greg also touches on the importance of risk management and trading psychology among successful participants. Get a look at their role in the evolving landscape of regulation and a hint at exciting upcoming features, including a new dashboard and developments for their top traders.
#AxiSelect #TraderFunding #FMtalks
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In this FM Talks interview, Greg Rubin, Head of Axi Select, speaks with Nicole Cheimona, Content and Community Executive at Finance Magnets, to discuss how Axi Select is redefining trader funding.
Greg clarifies that Axi Select isn't a traditional prop firm. Instead, it's a trader-centric program built on live accounts and the strength of the Axi brokerage. He highlights their commitment to a fair playing field, offering crucial educational resources, and providing real-life trading conditions without the restrictive rules (like daily drawdowns or news trading limits) common elsewhere.
He stresses that the trading conditions are paramount to long-term success. The structured program guides traders, solving the common problem of undercapitalization and over-leveraging, with the ultimate potential to manage $1 million of their funds.
Greg also touches on the importance of risk management and trading psychology among successful participants. Get a look at their role in the evolving landscape of regulation and a hint at exciting upcoming features, including a new dashboard and developments for their top traders.
#AxiSelect #TraderFunding #FMtalks
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U.S.-listed cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) faced a significant setback Thursday, ending a two-week streak of steady inflows as investors withdrew funds amid heightened market turbulence. Data from SoSoValue revealed that the 11 U.S. Bitcoin ETFs recorded a combined net outflow of $536.4 million, while Ether ETFs saw an additional $56.8 million in withdrawals.

Among major issuers, BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) lost $29 million, Fidelity’s FBTC reported $132 million in outflows, and Grayscale’s GBTC shed $67 million. Smaller funds, including Bitwise and VanEck, also registered redemptions. The sell-off reflects a sharp reversal after a volatile fortnight that saw Bitcoin’s price tumble from $126,000, driven by leveraged liquidations, technical issues in Binance’s data feeds, and renewed U.S.–China trade tensions.

Analysts at Citi noted that the drawdown underscores Bitcoin’s increasing correlation with equities, highlighting its exposure to broader market risk. Meanwhile, Glassnode characterized the correction as a “necessary reset” following one of the largest futures deleveraging events in crypto history.

A recent Unchained report also emphasized how the rise in ETF options activity has transformed fund flows, turning what was once a consistent demand driver into a reflection of shifting investor sentiment. Despite the pullback, Citi reaffirmed its year-end Bitcoin price target of $133,000, citing ongoing institutional engagement and resilient ETF participation.

With analysts maintaining a cautiously optimistic outlook, the recent correction may represent a healthy recalibration rather than a long-term bearish shift. As market dynamics evolve, ETF investors appear to be adjusting strategies to navigate the increasing interplay between traditional finance and digital assets.

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San Francisco-headquartered enterprise blockchain company Ripple is raising $1 billion via a special acquisition company (SPAC) in order to set up an XRP treasury, Bloomberg reports. 

As part of the effort, Ripple will contribute some of its own tokens. 

Will XRP price surge? Ripple is definitely on a roll right now, given that the Bloomberg report comes shortly after the company announced that it had agreed to acquire treasury management company GTreasury for $1 billion. 

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The bullish news, however, has had virtually no impact on the XRP price, which is down by nearly 3% over the past 24 hours. 

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As noted by analyst Bill Morgan, Ripple announcements rarely have an immediate or short-term impact on the price of the token, especially when it is not immediately obvious how they will affect XRP. 

Too late to the party? Ripple's entry into the digital asset treasury (DAT) space comes at a time when the euphoria surrounding this business model, pioneered by Strategy's Michael Saylor, has already peaked.

Even permabull Tom Lee, who rose to prominence after spearheading BitMine's transformation into an Ethereum treasury firm earlier this year, recently admitted that the bubble has seemingly burst. 

In a stunning reversal, many DAT firms, including such prominent names as Metaplanet, are now trading below their net asset value.

Other XRP treasury players Unlike Bitcoin and Ethereum, XRP has attracted relatively little attention from DAT firms. 

However, there are still several names that have adopted the token as a treasury asset. These include VivoPower International, Webus International, Wellgistics Health, Trident Digital Tech, and some other minor players. 

As reported by U.Today, Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley previously predicted that Ripple could be viewed as an XRP treasury company. 

Several Bitcoin supporters, including Jack Dorsey, are backing the “Bitcoin for Signal” campaign to integrate Bitcoin payments into the encrypted messaging app Signal.

Danielle du Toit2 min read

17 October 2025, 05:30 AM

The initiative seeks to enable private, censorship-resistant transactions using Bitcoin’s Chaumian Ecash technology. While advocates see it as a step toward making Bitcoin usable for everyday payments, critics argue that Bitcoin’s public ledger could compromise Signal’s privacy model. The initiative is being pushed forward as Europe also grapples with privacy concerns tied to the proposed “Chat Control” law targeting encrypted messaging platforms.

Bitcoin for Signal Gains MomentumSeveral well known Bitcoin advocates, including Jack Dorsey, are backing a new initiative called “Bitcoin for Signal.” The goal of the initiative is to integrate Bitcoin payments into the privacy-focused messaging app Signal through the Cashu protocol. The campaign was launched by pseudonymous Bitcoin developer Cashu, who wants to bring Bitcoin’s Chaumian Ecash technology to Signal, which will enable private and censorship-resistant payments in the app.

Dorsey is a long-time supporter of Bitcoin adoption, and endorsed the initiative on X by reposting Cashu’s campaign message, stating that Signal should adopt Bitcoin. The idea also got some traction from well-known Bitcoin developers like Peter Todd, Calle, and Satoshi Labs co-founder Pavol Rusnak. 

Todd criticized Signal’s existing cryptocurrency payment feature, MobileCoin (MOB), by calling it a “failure” due to its centralization and limited accessibility. Signal integrated MobileCoin in 2021, but it has faced ongoing backlash from the Bitcoin community for relying on a small validator set and for lacking transparency.

Supporters of Bitcoin for Signal argue that adding Bitcoin payments will align with the app’s privacy and independence ethos, and could potentially enable its 70 million monthly users to send peer-to-peer Bitcoin payments privately. Dorsey repeatedly said that Bitcoin must evolve beyond being just a store of value and should be used for everyday transactions, and this campaign wants to advance this vision.

(Source: Bitcoinforsignal.org)

However, critics raised concerns that Bitcoin’s public ledger could undermine Signal’s privacy-focused design. Aztec Network engineer José Pedro Sousa questioned why a privacy app would use a transparent blockchain. Others, including digital rights group Techlore, warned that Bitcoin could compromise user anonymity. 

Some privacy advocates suggested alternatives like Monero and Zcash, which feature built-in privacy protections. While the Cashu protocol offers a privacy-preserving layer for Bitcoin, similar systems struggled to achieve mainstream success.

The campaign comes during a time of growing tension over digital privacy in Europe. The European Union recently postponed a vote on the controversial “Chat Control” law, which would have forced encrypted messaging apps like Signal and WhatsApp to scan private communications for child abuse material. Germany opposed the proposal by arguing it violated constitutional privacy rights. The vote is now expected to take place in early December.

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Aster price is trading near $1.28 as traders brace for volatility ahead of its OKX listing today.

Summary

Aster trades near $1.28, with spot volume up 17% in 24h.
OKX listing today could lift market activity and sentiment.
Technicals suggest a potential short-term breakout above $1.34.

Aster was trading at $1.28 at press time, down about 3.5% in the past 24 hours and nearly 20% lower on the week. The token has been under steady selling pressure since touching its all-time high of $2.41 on Sept. 24. Despite that, trading activity is rising again.

Aster’s (ASTER) spot trading volume reached $1.21 billion in the last 24 hours, up 17.7% from the day before, showing a clear pickup in market participation as anticipation builds around its OKX debut.

CoinGlass data reveals mixed positioning in derivatives markets. Open interest fell 5.6% to $589.6 million, while trading volume increased 9.3% to $2.87 billion. This combination often indicates that traders are switching from long-term positions to short-term ones, which is a common trend preceding a significant listing or event.

ASTER OKX listing adds momentum
OKX confirmed that ASTER deposits opened at 2:00 a.m. UTC, and full spot trading will launch at 6:00 a.m. UTC. Initial controls include a $10,000 order cap to mitigate volatility.

This listing comes shortly after OKX added ASTER perpetual futures in late September. The timing aligns with the project’s rapid growth. It’s decentralized exchange recently hit $42.8 billion in daily perpetuals volume, outpacing some competitors in the same niche.

Aster launched on Sept. 17 and has since expanded to over 70 exchanges with more than 115 trading pairs, according to CoinGecko. 

Though there is still a chance of short-term volatility, upcoming events like the Stage 3 airdrop and the Aster Chain Layer 1 launch in Q4 could increase engagement even more.

Aster price technical analysis
On the 1-hour chart, Aster trades within a narrow range near $1.28, close to the lower Bollinger Band. Following several days of decline, the relative strength index, which is currently at 48, indicates balanced momentum.

ASTER 1-hour chart. Credit: crypto.news
The overall trend remains cautious as the short-term moving averages (SMA and EMA 10–20) continue to show slight selling pressure. However, oversold conditions, a zone where reversals often start, are indicated by the commodity channel index and Williams %R.

Stronger resistance is located around $1.65, and a push toward $1.48 may occur if buyers recover the $1.34 level. On the down side, a drop toward $1.10–$1.15 might become possible if $1.22 is lost. With price compression suggesting an early-stage breakout, the setup currently leans neutral to slightly bullish.

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This week, the bitcoin fear and greed index dropped to its lowest level in a year, plunging investors into uncertainty. This sudden decline fuels speculation : should one give in to panic or take advantage of this correction to accumulate at low prices? For Bitwise analysts, this fear phase could actually signal the start of a new accumulation cycle, thus offering a strategic investment opportunity in a volatile market.

In Brief

The fear and greed index has reached its lowest level in a year, raising questions about market direction.
Geopolitical tensions and massive futures liquidations have amplified this correction.
According to Bitwise analysts, this fear phase could mark the beginning of an accumulation cycle rather than a crisis.
Small BTC holders are increasing their purchases despite a general feeling of panic.

A Drop in Market Sentiment: Between Liquidation and Fear
The decline of the fear and greed index to 24, its lowest level since 2023, echoes particularly tense market conditions, as evidenced by the recent crypto crash.

Indeed, after reaching a level of 71 last week, this indicator drastically dropped, signaling a panic atmosphere widely shared by market participants. Here are the key factors explaining this drop :

Geopolitical tensions : these growing tensions between the United States and China have revived fears of global economic instability, amplifying the negative sentiment around risky assets, including bitcoin ;

Massive futures liquidations : A record wave of liquidations occurred on perpetual futures contracts, resulting in the loss of nearly 11 billion dollars, an event that exacerbated the bearish pressure on the market ;

A general negative sentiment : this drop in the fear and greed index was fueled by a sharp decline in public interest in bitcoin, with a notable drop in Google searches, suggesting a temporary disengagement of retail investors.

As highlighted by Bitwise analysts, this decline is not simply the result of a technical correction but also a series of external factors.

“The recent correction was amplified by geopolitical tensions, notably between the United States and China, which revived concerns about global economic instability,” they explain.

The consequences of this sentiment decline go beyond a simple price drop. According to experts, this collective fear, similar to that observed during previous major corrections in 2018 and 2022, triggered a massive wave of bitcoin futures liquidations.

“The liquidations on perpetual futures contracts were record-breaking, exceeding 11 billion dollars, an unprecedented figure,” states Bitwise, adding that this influx of forced sales largely helped exhaust selling pressure. This process seems to have created a situation where, paradoxically, fear could actually pave the way for an accumulation phase.

The Dynamics of Accumulation and Mining Companies’ Pressure
Despite this palpable fear atmosphere, several indicators show that small investors are taking advantage of this situation to accumulate more bitcoin. Glassnode data indicates that holders of small amounts of BTC, between 1 and 1,000 BTC, have significantly increased their purchases, unlike large institutional players who seem hesitant.

“We are witnessing a rise of small players, a dynamic that might signal a form of market resilience against negative pressure,” says Max Shannon, analyst at Bitwise.

However, this accumulation scenario is not without challenges. Mining specialists, traditionally considered contrarian actors, have taken opposite measures. CryptoQuant data specifies that nearly 51,000 BTC have been sent to exchange platforms in recent days, a practice that often precedes significant selling periods.

Bitwise analysts highlight that these movements by mining companies could signal an additional short-term pressure risk, thus creating tension between small investors and the major market players.

While the accumulation observed among small investors could feed a long-term rebound, pressures exerted by mining companies and institutional holders remain elements to closely monitor. The coming months could see a market adjustment, with a gradual return of confidence or a new phase of volatility.

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Luc Jose A.

Diplômé de Sciences Po Toulouse et titulaire d'une certification consultant blockchain délivrée par Alyra, j'ai rejoint l'aventure Cointribune en 2019.
Convaincu du potentiel de la blockchain pour transformer de nombreux secteurs de l'économie, j'ai pris l'engagement de sensibiliser et d'informer le grand public sur cet écosystème en constante évolution. Mon objectif est de permettre à chacun de mieux comprendre la blockchain et de saisir les opportunités qu'elle offre. Je m'efforce chaque jour de fournir une analyse objective de l'actualité, de décrypter les tendances du marché, de relayer les dernières innovations technologiques et de mettre en perspective les enjeux économiques et sociétaux de cette révolution en marche.

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