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Cardano's (ADA) price has recorded over 8% growth in the past seven days as it makes another attempt at the $1 target. Technical indicators suggest that ADA might be undervalued as the current market price is trading below the signals from the asset’s Bollinger Bands.

ADA Bollinger Bands signal room for price spikeAccording to data, Cardano’s upper Bollinger Band is at $0.8739, which falls within the $0.90 range.

This suggests that if ecosystem bulls are not taking profits, the price could reverse and hit this level, potentially reaching the psychological $1 target. The asset’s volume is in the green zone for a bullish rally, but market conditions have kept ADA down.

Cardano Price Chart | Source: TradingViewNotably, large holders within the community have slowed down their purchases despite their recent accumulation frenzy. This sent mixed signals to the market, breaking the bullish momentum ADA posted within the last seven days.

With the Relative Strength Index (RSI) of Cardano at 49.64, a neutral range, there is still room for more purchase. If investors shun profit-taking, their action could support an upward movement as the Bollinger Bands indicate.

The pullback seen on Cardano was likely triggered by the uncertainty around the exchange-traded fund (ETF) delay. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently pushed deciding on Grayscale’s ADA ETF to Oct. 26. The move caused a drop in Polymarket odds from 95% to 8%.

Although the SEC might still go ahead to approve, some segments of the market have started offloading their holdings of the asset. This has affected Cardano’s price outlook in the crypto market. As of this writing, ADA changes hands at $0.8460, which represents a 1.43% decline in the last 24 hours.

The asset slipped from its peak of $0.891 to its current level. However, the trading volume remains up by 4.55% at $1.4 billion.

Partnerships fuel long-term optimism for CardanoDespite the SEC’s push for possible approval of the spot Cardano ETF to Oct. 26, some market participants are counting down the days. They believe that a positive decision could serve as a catalyst to break the $1 resistance barrier and set ADA on an upward trajectory as it gains institutional attention.

Recently, NEAR Protocol, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered blockchain, collaborated with Cardano. The partnership, which has been hailed as the future of crypto, aims to ensure that users carry out seamless cross-chain transactions without worrying about the minute steps involved.

Bitcoin Set for Quick Run to $135K and Beyond: Standard CharteredETF investors shifting from gold to bitcoin could accelerate the rally into year-end, with BTC potentially hitting $200,000, lead analyst Geoff Kendrick said. Oct 4, 2025, 12:00 p.m.

Bitcoin BTC$122,069.92 has ripped about 13% this week, surging Friday to just shy of a new record of $124,500.

With that ceiling nearly cleared, a quick move to $135,000 could be in the cards, according to Standard Chartered head of digital asset research Geoffrey Kendrick.

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In a note published on Friday, Kendrick argued that the U.S. government shutdown is playing a bigger role in markets than in past episodes supporting bitcoin's rally. During the 2018-2019 shutdown, BTC traded in a different context. Now, the largest crypto has been closely correlated with U.S. government risk, measured by the U.S. Treasury term premiums, a relationship that suggests the uncertainty around the shutdown acts as a bullish driver this time.

Bitcoin's price vs. U.S. 10-year Treasury term premium (Standard Chartered)

Traders on prediction marketplace Polymarket currently give more than a 60% chance that the shutdown lasts 10–29 days. Kendrick forecasted BTC will continue to rise throughout that period.

Kendrick also highlighted a coming shift in ETF investor behavior. While gold ETFs have recently outperformed their BTC counterparts with gold pushing to record prices, spot bitcoin ETF flows are poised to catch up providing tailwind for the asset, the report said.

Of the $58 billion in net BTC ETF inflows so far, $23 billion has come in 2025, he said. This week alone, they attracted over $2.25 billion without the Friday session.

Kendrick projected that the vehicles could pull in another $20 billion investor capital by year-end – enough to keep his $200,000 year-end BTC price target in play.

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Chainlink will provide oracle, cross-chain and data services to the Plasma network to support stablecoin use cases.

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Rising gas use and NFT activity confirm Ethereum’s expanding role beyond swaps into broader decentralized finance infra.

Ethereum (ETH) has broken through a major limit. For four years, daily transactions on the network held within a span of 900,000 to 1.2 million. However, the range is finally broken as the protocol now records 1.6 million to 1.7 million daily transactions.

The steady rise shows that Ethereum’s usage is expanding despite market chaos, with data from Etherscan confirming the same upward flow and showing sustained transaction heights that now surpass previous years.

Activity Spikes as Ethereum Leads DeFi Momentum
CryptoQuant analyst Darkfost measured the activity using a 14-day simple moving average to account for normal volatility, with the recent jump to 1.6-1.7 million marking a major departure from this long-standing pattern.

He related the surge to the pressure of decentralized finance (DeFi) growth, with Ethereum serving as both a liquidity support, a lending platform, and a stablecoin transfer. This rapid expansion in on-chain activity also demonstrates a documented correlation with the price of ETH, providing a fundamental basis for its market performance.

The data shows that even during a period of negative sentiment in late March, the network was already processing a higher average of 1.2 million transactions per day, setting the stage for the current breakout.

Furthermore, IntoTheBlock previously indicated increasing gas consumption on the main chain as a signal of higher smart contract activity. Meanwhile, other reports also revealed that stablecoin flows on Ethereum have accelerated. This represents a trend that directly supports the rising transaction count.

The upswing is not just about token swaps. Data from CryptoSlam show there’s been a surge in ETH-based NFT sales, with minting and rollup settlements contributing to the spike.

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Ethereum’s network growth is happening at a time its native ETH token is showing quite strength. The asset surged by double digits since the start of the week to over $4,400 at one point.

There is also growing institutional interest, with a separate report indicating that digital asset treasury companies now hold a larger percentage of the total ETH supply (4%) than they do of Bitcoin (3%), suggesting a possible shift in preference among corporate balance sheets.

The combination of strong on-chain activity and a successful price breakout above $4,000 has analysts charting ambitious paths forward. One trader, Merlijn, described the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency’s long-term price structure as a “ladder,” with the recent move establishing a new base for future advances.

His analysis pointed to an ascending channel that projects potential targets at $6,500, $8,000, and even $10,000. At the same time, other market watchers are keeping a close eye on key resistance levels. They have identified the $4,350 zone as a significant barrier that, if overcome, could open the path toward $4,790.

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Costco appeals to a broader customer base than ever before and has enviable membership renewal rates.

Costco Wholesale (COST -0.15%) is a fan favorite among many shoppers looking for great deals. Investors love the company, too, thanks to its rising sales, expanding earnings, and growth from its e-commerce business.

All this has contributed to Costco's share price rising 180% over the past five years -- easily outpacing the S&P 500's return of 99%. While some investors were disappointed with the company's latest quarter, I think they're missing the bigger picture for the company's long-term potential.

Here are three reasons the stock is still a great buy.

1. Costco's growth is still impressive
Some investors sold their Costco shares after the company released its results from Q4, which ended August 31, because the company missed analysts' same-store-sales estimates. I think that reaction was a bit overblown, considering that same-store sales were still up 6.5% from the year-ago quarter and especially since Costco's overall metrics were very impressive.

Here's a quick summary of some of Costco's solid Q4 results:

Revenue of $86.16 billion, up 8% and ahead of Wall Street's consensus estimate of $86.06 billion.
Earnings per share (EPS) of $5.87, an increase of 11%, beating analysts' consensus estimate of $5.80.
Membership income rose 14% to $1.7 billion.

Costco navigated a potentially difficult quarter as it managed tariffs by offering new items from its Kirkland Signature private-label brand. It also grew its top and bottom lines, along with an impressive spike in membership income. With growth like this amid an uncertain time for retailers, the company showed it can weather difficult macroeconomic conditions and still come out ahead.

2. Both e-commerce and physical stores continue expanding
Some retailers struggle to find the right balance between expanding their e-commerce businesses and opening new stores -- but not Costco. The company's online sales continue to march higher at the same time that it expands its store footprint.

E-commerce sales rose by 13.5% in the quarter and now account for about 7% of total sales, and traffic to the company's website jumped 27% in the fourth quarter. On an annual basis, its online sales are even more impressive, rising 15% in fiscal 2025 to $19.6 billion. Part of the increase is likely due to Costco offering more products online, improving search features, and even launching an online waiting room for high-interest items.

In addition to its expanding online presence, Costco continues to open new stores including 24 this year, bringing the total to 914 worldwide. A total of nine stores were opened in the fourth quarter alone, and Costco plans to add 30 additional stores in 2026. More stores mean the potential for more members to shop at Costco, which could help drive membership income even higher.

3. Younger shoppers, higher earners, and high renewal rates
Costco had made some important gains in expanding its appeal to younger shoppers. Earlier this year, its management highlighted the fact that each year, about half of the customers who sign up for new memberships are under age 40.

That's important for the company because people in that age category may have more disposable income to spend than older shoppers. What's more, the average Costco customer has an average annual household income of about $125,000, which gives the company a solid base of customers who may be able to continue their spending in uncertain economic times. This is all the more important as recent jobs data shows the hiring market is slowing down.

Once younger people sign up for a Costco membership, they're likely to stick around. Costco has very high membership renewal rates of 93% (for its U.S. and Canadian customers), which means that today's new members are likely to remain tomorrow's customers.

With Costco's membership-income growth, rising sales and earnings, ability to attract new customers, and high renewal rates, there are a lot of reasons to buy the company's stock and hold onto this retail giant for years to come.

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Companies can use stock splits to artificially manipulate their share prices and outstanding share counts.

The artificial intelligence (AI) data analytics company Palantir (PLTR -7.29%) has been the stock to own in recent years. As of October 1, it's up nearly 140% this year and more than 1,850% over the past five years, making it one of the largest beneficiaries of the artificial intelligence boom.

Companies can use stock splits to artificially manipulate their share prices and outstanding share counts without changing a company's market cap, but they often do so for specific reasons and not at random. After Palantir's big move in recent years, is a stock split on the horizon?

Why do companies split their stocks?
Management teams may want to consider changing a company's outstanding share count or share price for several reasons. If a stock has performed well and gone on a big run, management may want to lower its share price to make the company's stock feel more attainable for all investors, from the "smart money" on Wall Street to the average retail investor. Traditional stock splits can also increase the share count, which can boost liquidity.

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For example, let's say an investor purchased 100 shares of a company trading for $150 per share for a total equity investment of $15,000. If a company were to conduct a 3-for-1 stock split, an investor would exchange every share of the stock they owned for three new shares, giving that investor 300 shares. Remember, the market cap of the company -- and therefore an investor's equity position -- will remain the same, so the new share price of the stock would be $50 ($15,000/300).

A reverse stock split does the opposite, increasing the share price and lowering the share count of a company. Companies can conduct reverse stock splits if they are at risk of breaching compliance rules with a major stock exchange, such as the New York Stock Exchange or the Nasdaq.

If companies on either exchange trade for less than $1 per share for at least 30 consecutive trading days, they can eventually be delisted. If a company thinks it can turn things around and wants to remain on a major exchange, conducting a reverse stock split can buy it some time.

Is Palantir next?
Despite its dazzling rise to a roughly $427 billion market cap, Palantir has never conducted a stock split since going public in 2020. Trading close to $180 per share, Palantir stock isn't close to breaching any Nasdaq compliance rules. It's also been one of the hottest stocks in a sizzling sector, so liquidity isn't an issue.

Given its rise, Palantir, in theory, could conduct a stock split if it wanted to lower its share price, but I don't see a compelling reason to do this. Palantir's stock price doesn't necessarily feel out of reach, and I'm not sure a split would accomplish much in terms of the problems that investors have with the company's valuation. Adter all, stock splits don't change the stock's valuation ratios at all -- though the market reaction to a split often drives the stock even higher for a short while.

The market clearly loves Palantir, but has now pushed the valuation to a level that many analysts believe is unsustainable. While the AI -based data analytics expert has many use cases and is growing fast, it also now trades at 279 times forward earnings, which implies even more growth to come. AI stocks have captivated the market to the point where bearish investors believe the market may be in a bubble set to soon rival the Dot-Com bubble in 2000, which eventually popped and left a trail of failed tech companies.

The jury remains out on whether we're in for another bubble like that, but a stock split isn't going to impact Palantir's future one way or the other. The company could do one, but certainly doesn't need to.

Bram Berkowitz has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Palantir Technologies. The Motley Fool recommends Intercontinental Exchange and Nasdaq. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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Wall Street on Friday advanced more than 1% for the week, with the benchmark S&P 500 index (SP500) hitting 6,700 points for the first time ever, as traders shrugged off concerns over the U.S. government shutdown and its effect on economic data.

The shutdown came into effect at midnight on Wednesday after Republicans and Democrats failed to reach a federal funding deal. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Thursday told CNBC that U.S. GDP growth could take a hit from the shutdown. But market participants appeared to be unfazed, and historical data shows that stocks largely take shutdowns in stride.

One of the biggest casualties of the shutdown was the much-anticipated nonfarm payrolls report due Friday, which got cancelled after the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics was left with just one employee. In its absence, traders keenly perused job openings figures, private employment updates, and job cut readings this week.

This week also saw Wall Street post a five-month win streak, with the S&P 500 (SP500) rising about 3.5%. The rebound from April's lows has been impressive, and the S&P now finds itself up more than 14% YTD.

Meanwhile, the AI trade continued to grab eyeballs. OpenAI this week wrapped up a secondary stock sale that valued the ChatGPT developer at $500B, becoming the world's biggest startup after surpassing Elon Musk's SpaceX.

For the week, the benchmark S&P 500 index (SP500) climbed +1.1%, while the blue-chip Dow (DJI) also added +1.1%. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite (COMP:IND) gained +1.3%. Read a preview of next week's major events in Seeking Alpha's Catalyst Watch.

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U.S. Indices
Dow +1.1% to 46,758. S&P 500 +1.1% to 6,716. Nasdaq +1.3% to 22,781. Russell 2000 +1.7% to 2,476. CBOE Volatility Index +8.9% to 16.65. S&P 500 Sectors
Consumer Staples -0.4%. Utilities +2.4%. Financials -0.3%. Telecom -2.1%. Healthcare +6.8%. Industrials +1.2%. Information Technology +2.2%. Materials +1.1%. Energy -3.4%. Consumer Discretionary -0.8%. Real Estate +1.3%.

World Indices
London +2.2% to 9,491. France +2.7% to 8,082. Germany +2.7% to 24,379. Japan +0.9% to 45,770. China +1.4% to 3,883. Hong Kong +3.9% to 27,141. India +1% to 81,207.

Commodities and Bonds
Crude Oil WTI -7.4% to $60.88/bbl. Gold +3% to $3,908.9/oz. Natural Gas +17.3% to 3.324. Ten-Year Bond Yield -0.2 bps to 4.119.

Forex and Cryptos
EUR/USD +0.35%. USD/JPY -1.38%. GBP/USD +0.56%. Bitcoin +11%. Litecoin +14.6%. Ethereum +11.6%. XRP +7.5%.

Top S&P 500 Gainers
Western Digital (WDC) +20%. Robinhood Markets (HOOD) +13%. Fair Isaac (FICO) +12%. Coinbase Global (COIN) +12%. Bio-Techne (TECH) +10%.

Top S&P 500 Losers
Valero Energy (VLO) -23%. Apollo Global Management (APO) -20%. Paycom Software (PAYC) -10%. Philip Morris International (PM) -10%. Corteva (CTVA) -9%.

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If you invested in CarMax, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/carmax-inc-class-action.

Why Is CarMax being Investigated?

CarMax sells used cars. During the relevant period, the Company touted the strong and sustainable demand for its cars, driven by factors such as a seamless customer experience.

In truth, it appears that the announcement of U.S. tariffs imposed on cars provided a short-term boost to demand, as customers purchased cars prior to the tariffs taking effect.

The Stock Declines as the Truth Is Revealed

On September 25, 2025, the Company reported earnings for fiscal Q2 2025.  For that quarter, CarMax announced sales declines across the board, including a 5.4% decline in retail used unit sales, a 6.3% decline in comparable store used unit sales, and a 2.2% decline in wholesale units.  The Company also posted a disappointing Q2 net earnings of about $95.4 million, down from $132.8 million over the prior year.  A main reason for the declines, according to CarMax, was a “pull forward” in demand into Q1 due to the announcement of tariffs.  On this news, the price of CarMax stock fell $11.45 per share, or roughly 20%, from $57.05 per share on September 24, 2025, to $45.60 per share on September 25, 2025.

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AI investing will continue to be a prevalent theme in 2026.

2025 is three-fourths over. While that may be odd to say, the reality is that a new investing year is almost upon us. However, there are still plenty of stocks that are worth buying now, especially to capture an end-of-year rally that may occur as institutional investors reposition their portfolios to capture gains where they think the market will be heading in 2026.

Three stocks that I think are must-owns heading into 2026 are Alphabet (GOOG 0.01%) (GOOGL -0.16%), Meta Platforms (META -2.27%), and Amazon (AMZN -1.34%). All of these could see significant investor interest over the next year as the artificial intelligence (AI) arms race intensifies, making them excellent stocks to own now.

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1. Alphabet
Alphabet is the parent company of Google, among many other brands. While it was initially a laggard in the AI arms race, it has caught up and established itself as a top option in the space. Its Gemini generative AI model consistently ranks as one of the best, and it is likely the most quickly used due to its integration with the Google Search engine via AI overviews.

Alphabet was negatively viewed throughout most of 2025 as investors were worried that generative AI could replace the Google Search engine. Additionally, there were antitrust concerns surrounding Google's search engine business, although those fears were relieved when a Judge only required Alphabet to change a few things and didn't require a breakup.

Now that both of those fears are essentially gone, investors can appreciate Alphabet for the impressive business that it is. I predict this will cause the stock price to increase substantially over the next few years, as it still trades at a discount to most of its big tech peers (when measured by its forward price-to-earnings ratio, as seen in the chart below).

GOOG PE Ratio (Forward 1y) data by YCharts

Alphabet is a top stock to own heading into 2026, and buying shares even after its sizable run is a smart move.

2. Meta Platforms
Meta Platforms is the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, along with a handful of other social media sites. This makes Meta primarily an advertising business, but it's using AI to increase the effectiveness of its platforms.

Meta continues to improve its AI-powered ad tools, but it has already seen higher conversion rates combined with more time spent on its platforms. This increases Meta's revenue, but the effect is far from complete. We'll see more tools released and other technologies implemented that continue to increase effectiveness over the next few years, and this should lead to continued strong growth from Meta, which grew its revenue by an impressive 22% in Q2.

Additionally, Meta released the second generation of its AI glasses. Time will tell if these are a hit among the general population, but if it can produce a piece of hardware that's a must-own, then Meta will have created a brand-new revenue stream out of nothing. Even if it flops, Meta's AI investments in its ad business will pay off, making Meta a great stock for 2026.

3. Amazon
Nearly every person in the U.S. is familiar with Amazon, but few recognize what really drives Amazon's profits: AWS. Amazon Web Services (AWS) is Amazon's cloud computing wing, and it is essentially Amazon building out excess computing capacity and renting it out to those who need it. This allows clients to move workloads from expensive on-site hardware that must be maintained by skilled labor to Amazon's servers, where this isn't needed.

This has become a popular option for traditional workloads alongside emerging artificial intelligence workloads. As a result, the cloud computing industry is booming.

AWS is the market leader in this industry, but it has grown more slowly than its two primary competitors (Google Cloud and Microsoft's Azure). However, it may be able to turn it around in 2026 and deliver strong growth that boosts Amazon.

Although AWS only accounted for 18% of total revenue in Q2, 53% of operating profits came from AWS. This makes AWS' continued growth key for Amazon investors. If AWS can increase its growth rate from its current 17% pace to a much faster 30% to 40% range (how quickly Google Cloud and Azure are growing), Amazon shareholders could be handsomely rewarded in 2026.

Keithen Drury has positions in Alphabet, Amazon, Meta Platforms, and Nvidia. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta Platforms, Microsoft, and Nvidia. The Motley Fool recommends the following options: long January 2026 $395 calls on Microsoft and short January 2026 $405 calls on Microsoft. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

Broadcom and Taiwan Semiconductor are among the best AI investments.

When investors are looking for stocks with massive upside potential, they usually aren't looking toward the world's largest companies to drive those returns. However, I think that's a mistake, because these companies are still reporting growth rates that would make their smaller counterparts envious.

Two trillion-dollar companies that I think investors should consider are Broadcom (AVGO -0.00%) and Taiwan Semiconductor (TSM 1.50%). Both companies are massive beneficiaries of the AI race. With spending projected to increase dramatically over the next five years, I think these two are genius investments to make right now.

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1. Broadcom
Broadcom is a competitor to Nvidia (NVDA -0.77%) in some aspects. While being an Nvidia competitor has worked out for almost nobody over the past few decades, Broadcom is approaching it differently. Broadcom isn't trying to duplicate Nvidia's market-leading graphics processing units (GPUs). Instead, it's partnering with AI hyperscalers to design custom AI accelerator chips.

Nvidia GPUs are unbeatable when workload flexibility is considered. But what if the chip is only going to run one type of workload throughout its service life? That's where a cheaper chip from Broadcom can actually outperform Nvidia's products.

This makes partnering with Broadcom an attractive option, and it's showing up in Broadcom's results. In third-quarter fiscal year 2025 (ended Aug. 3), Broadcom's AI revenue rose 63% year over year to $5.2 billion. Management expects a massive increase for the fourth quarter, with AI-related revenue rising to $6.2 billion. That's a fast-growing segment, but it's still outpaced by other divisions within Broadcom. Broadcom's total Q3 revenue was nearly $16 billion, so Broadcom's other business units are still far larger than its AI divisions.

However, continued rapid growth from its AI product line will quickly transform Broadcom into a dominant AI stock, and Broadcom could overtake Nvidia as the fastest-growing trillion-dollar company over the next few years. This makes Broadcom a no-brainer buy right now, even with its large size.

2. Taiwan Semiconductor
Broadcom and Nvidia are both fabless design companies. This means that they design the chip, but they outsource the production to a different facility. Taiwan Semiconductor (TSMC) is the world's leading chip production facility, and both Nvidia and Broadcom use its services.

TSMC has risen to the top with its combination of continuous innovation and best-in-class yields. Later this year, it will be launching its 2-nanometer (nm) chip node, which is an impressive technological leap over the already popular 3nm node. When configured at the same speed level, these chips will consume 25% to 30% less power than their predecessors, giving them the potential to save a ton of money on input costs over the life of the chip. Beyond its 2nm chip node, TSMC has other chip nodes in the pipeline that are expected to launch over the next few years.

While TSMC is pushing the boundaries of what's possible, it's still outperforming the competition in existing categories. There are only two other chip foundries that can produce the most advanced chips: Intel and Samsung. Intel is still looking for customers for its advanced chip technology, and Samsung's 3nm yields are reportedly much lower than TSMC's, driving costs up significantly. This makes TSMC a no-brainer buy in this industry, and it has the growth to back it up.

In the second quarter, TSMC's revenue rose 44% year over year in U.S. dollars. If the AI computing market continues to expand, this growth rate will persist for multiple years.

If it does, that makes TSMC a no-brainer buy at these levels. Any long-term investor who's bullish on the prospects of using more advanced chips and in increased quantities over the long term should be a TSMC investor.

Keithen Drury has positions in Broadcom, Nvidia, and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Intel, Nvidia, and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing. The Motley Fool recommends Broadcom and recommends the following options: short November 2025 $21 puts on Intel. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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Binance Smart Chain (BSC) has taken another decisive step in its strategy to remain one of the most cost-efficient blockchains. With its latest adjustment, BSC transaction fees have dropped to just $0.005, positioning the chain as a leading hub for low-cost, high-frequency activity in the crypto ecosystem.

Bitcoin's rally to $122K collides with the Supreme Court's review of Trump's tariff powers and control over the Fed.

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Posted: October 4, 2025

Key Takeaways
What is driving Bitcoin’s recent surge above $120K? 
Aggressive buying and increased long positions have fueled bullish sentiment and pushed BTC past the $120K milestone.

What does rising on-chain activity suggest for BTC’s outlook? 
A sharp increase in active receiving addresses signals strong demand and supports a constructive short-term outlook.

Bitcoin [BTC] has climbed back above the $120,000 milestone price level, fueled by a clear shift in market sentiment.

From the beginning of the month, aggressive buy volume has surpassed sell volume by approximately $1.8 billion, which is a sharp indicator that future traders are leaning heavily onto the long positions.

The rise in buying pressure suggests that BTC investors are staking heavily despite the latest volatility.

Source: X

Aggressive long positioning boosts confidence
Recent market order flow shows that aggressive buyers, not passive bids, are driving Bitcoin’s rebound.

In derivatives markets, a rise in taker buy volume typically indicates that traders are willing to pay higher prices to enter or expand their long positions. This behavior reflects growing confidence in a potential rally.

Bitcoin’s recent move back above $120,000, a key psychological level for both institutional and retail investors, has further reinforced bullish sentiment.

Many analysts believe that reclaiming this level could serve as a launchpad toward higher targets, especially if buying pressure continues to build.

On-chain activity points to strong demand
Upholding the bullish order-flow figures, the Number of Active Receiving Addresses on the Bitcoin network has grown sharply in the past 48 hours, as seen from the recent CryptoQuants reports.

The number of addresses receives BTC amounted to 548K at press time, a significant surge from 400K just three days ago. This increase in active addresses points to a growing participation, which is a healthy sign of overall network activity.

Source: CryptoQuant

At the same time, retail participation also appears to be picking up. Retail traders are gradually accumulating more orders at the current prices, as institutional flows continue to prevail in derivatives markets.

The alignment of retail as well as institutional demand has enhanced the current Bitcoin’s bullish short-term outlook. If the accumulation continues, the current will be more than likely to continue.

Source: CryptoQuant

What is ahead for BTC?
With buyers leading the charge and on-chain activity strengthening, Bitcoin’s near-term outlook appears bullish. A decisive close above the $120K level could pave the way for a continued rally, potentially targeting the next resistance at $125K.

However, if BTC fails to hold above $120K, short-term pullbacks or profit-taking could trigger a sharp decline, possibly retracing to fill gaps left by the recent impulsive surge.

Source: TradingView

Key NotesTether Gold (XAUt) crossed the $1 billion market cap milestone on October 1, becoming the second tokenized gold product to do so.The token's value surpassed the threshold with gold's recent rally to a new all-time high of over $3,800 per ounce.The market for tokenized gold now features a duopoly between Tether's XAUt and the NYDFS-regulated Paxos Gold (PAXG).
Tether Gold , a digital token backed by physical gold, has officially surpassed the $1 billion market capitalization mark. The milestone, reached on Oct. 1, 2025, highlights growing investor interest in tokenized real-world assets (RWA) and was largely driven by a historic rally in the price of gold, a sentiment recently echoed by Tether’s CEO.

The token’s market value grew directly because of its underlying asset. According to market data aggregator RWA.xyz, the total value of XAUt officially crossed the billion-dollar line at the start of the month. This price surge directly increased the value of the physical gold held in reserve, pushing XAUt’s total value past the threshold. With this achievement, XAUt follows its main competitor, Paxos Gold, which reached the same milestone one month earlier, on September 3.

The success of both tokens solidifies a duopoly in the digital gold space. It also points to a maturing market where investors now have two distinct, billion-dollar options for gaining exposure to gold on the blockchain. The gold backing XAUt is held separately from Tether’s general reserves, which include an additional $8.7 billion in gold bars supporting its other stablecoins, according to its Q2 2025 attestation report.

Two Billion-Dollar Tokens, Two Different Strategies

Chart showing XAUT and PAXG overlaid on a timeline | Source: app.rwa.xyz

One of the most significant distinctions is regulatory oversight. PAXG is issued by Paxos Trust Company, a U.S.-based firm regulated by the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS). In contrast, XAUt is issued by a Tether subsidiary licensed in El Salvador, placing it under a different international regulatory framework. This has long been a key part of Tether’s gold strategy, which operates largely outside of the stringent U.S. financial system.

Transparency and reporting also differ. Paxos provides monthly reserve reports for PAXG, which are audited by major accounting firms. Tether provides quarterly attestations for its reserves, including XAUt, conducted by BDO Italia. This reflects the different compliance standards each company adheres to. The discussion around Tether’s reserve holdings has been a consistent topic within the crypto industry.

The two tokens also appear to serve different user bases. Data from RWA.xyz shows that PAXG has a much larger base of over 74,000 holders and a higher daily trading volume of around $67 million. XAUt has a more concentrated ownership, with just over 12,000 holders and a daily volume of about $23 million. This suggests PAXG has stronger adoption among retail users, while XAUt may be favored by larger, crypto-native holders or institutions. These trends are important to watch as record-high gold prices could attract new types of investors to the space.

The two tokens also diverge on a technical level. XAUt boasts significant multi-chain flexibility and now operates on at least six blockchains, including Ethereum, Tron, TON, Arbitrum, Polygon, and Hyperliquid. In contrast, PAXG remains exclusively on the Ethereum blockchain as an ERC-20 token and utilizes a variable fee structure based on transaction size.

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Tether and crypto miner lender Antalpha are seeking to raise at least $200 million for a new digital asset treasury vehicle focused on tokenized gold.

New altcoin ETFs will take investors far beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum.

When Bitcoin (BTC 1.85%) and Ethereum (ETH 0.38%) launched, it would have been hard to believe where we are today, with a host of crypto-related products available to all kinds of investors. First, it was crypto futures exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Then came spot Bitcoin ETFs, followed by spot Ethereum ETFs.

More recently, we've seen a smattering of altcoin ETFs and even a couple of funds with a handful of cryptocurrencies in them. But that's just the start. Recent changes in Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rules mean the floodgates are about to open for a host of cryptocurrency ETFs. We can expect spot ETFs for popular altcoins like Solana (SOL -1.02%), XRP (XRP -1.73%), Cardano (ADA -1.49%), and more.

ETFs make it easier for both retail and institutional investors to get exposure to cryptocurrencies by wrapping them in familiar -- and accessible -- packaging. They also remove the headache of having to think about custody, so you don't need an account with a crypto exchange or a digital wallet to store your crypto.

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How to choose the right crypto ETF for you
There are a few factors to think about when choosing a crypto ETF. As we will see, fees matter. But the biggest consideration is what fits with your investment strategy -- particularly how much risk you're comfortable taking on.

1. What is in the fund?
The ETFs awaiting approval include single-crypto funds for various altcoins, as well as baskets containing a mixture of cryptocurrencies. Look at what cryptos are in the fund and how it is structured. A spot crypto ETF owns the actual cryptocurrency, whereas a futures ETF holds derivatives contracts. Some funds may hold crypto, alongside holdings in other ETFs and cash or cash equivalents.

In terms of which cryptos to consider, if you're new to cryptocurrency, start with Bitcoin and Ethereum. These are the two most established cryptocurrencies and tend to be more liquid. Bitcoin is gaining traction as a form of digital gold, while Ethereum is the engine behind many decentralized finance (DeFi) and stablecoin projects. In terms of ETFs, these also got SEC approval first, so you can see the funds' track records.

If you want to branch out into ETFs containing smaller cryptocurrencies, check out the whitepapers and look for projects with utility, strong leadership, and a clear plan. The attraction of smaller cryptocurrencies is the potential for higher rewards. The trouble is that the risk is also significantly elevated.

Another consideration is staking. Some cryptocurrencies, such as Ethereum and Solana, use a proof-of-stake model to validate transactions and keep the network secure. Investors who tie up their coins as part of this process can earn steady interest-like returns. The SEC may soon approve ETFs that pay staking rewards.

2. What are the expense ratios and fees?
If you use a crypto exchange, the main cost you need to think about is the trading fee. ETFs work differently because you will pay an ongoing fee for management of the fund. That's known as an expense ratio, which should include all the costs involved -- including any custody fees.

The expense ratio gets deducted from the fund's assets, so it isn't something you will actively have to pay out of pocket. Expense ratios on existing top Bitcoin ETFs range from less than 0.25% to 1.5%. If you hold $5,000 worth of Bitcoin, that might translate to between $12.50 and $75 in annual fees.

3. Who is the ETF issuer, and who has custody of the underlying assets?
There are a few benefits to going with established ETF issuers such as BlackRock, Fidelity, and Grayscale. First, they are less likely to shut down. If your ETF closes, it can be inconvenient and problematic for taxes.

Issuers with more experience may have fewer tracking errors, meaning the ETF's market price deviation from the value of the underlying assets. Their funds will also be more liquid and have more assets under management (AUM). Liquidity matters because it can make it easier to buy or sell the ETF -- which also likely translates into a narrower bid-ask spread.

For spot crypto ETFs, check to see which company is managing the custody and what security they have in place. Right now, Coinbase (COIN 2.12%) is a popular custodial choice, boasting advanced security systems and a solid track record. However, there's a slight risk in having a single point of failure. I would like to see more custodial routes emerge as crypto ETFs become more established.

Do the new SEC rules mean crypto ETFs are safe investments?
The SEC's attitude toward crypto ETFs has shifted considerably in the past year. On Sept. 17, it said that it would allow generic listing standards for certain exchange-traded products (ETPs) holding commodities and digital assets.

Under the previous rules, each crypto product had to be reviewed individually. Now, the SEC has set broad criteria to streamline the approval process, such as trading on a regulated market or having futures contracts available for trading for the past six months.

However, the new process doesn't make crypto any safer per se; it just makes it easier to bring products to market. Cryptocurrencies -- especially altcoins -- are still relatively new and high-risk investments that can be volatile and subject to speculation. In the past, the SEC hesitated to approve altcoin ETFs because of concerns about market manipulation, wash trading to artificially boost prices, and fraud. Unfortunately, those things have not gone away.

The expected approval of crypto ETFs is exciting and could offer a way to get exposure to different assets. However, whichever crypto ETFs you choose, be sure to limit crypto to only a small part of your portfolio.

Emma Newbery has positions in Cardano, Ethereum, and Solana. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and XRP. The Motley Fool recommends BlackRock and Coinbase Global. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

As the market recovers, Bitcoin (BTC) is kicking off the weekend on a positive note by reclaiming another crucial support level. Some analysts suggest that the cryptocurrency is setting the stage for a new price discovery rally, which could start sooner than expected.

Bitcoin Eyes Third Price Discovery Uptrend
On Friday, Bitcoin jumped nearly 3% to hit a two-month high of $123,894. The flagship crypto has seen a massive recovery from last week’s correction, surging 14% from the local lows.

Earlier this week, BTC reclaimed the $115,000-$117,000 area, which served as a key support zone during the early Q3 rally, before surging to the crucial $120,000 barrier on Thursday.

Amid its bullish performance, analyst Rekt Capital highlighted that Bitcoin was able to secure a daily close above this level, skipping a retest of the recently reclaimed $117,000 mark.

He explained that a daily close above $120,000, followed by a successful post-breakout retest, has historically preceded a move to the $123,00 resistance, with a nearly identical daily performance leading to the mid-August all-time high (ATH) of $124,474.

Meanwhile, market watcher Ted Pillows noted that if BTC successfully holds the $120,000-$121,000 zone, it will reach highs soon. On the contrary, he warned that losing this area could lead to a retest of the $117,000 as support.

Nonetheless, he considers that Bitcoin’s price might not see another massive correction in the short term, as history suggests the cryptocurrency might have bottomed during the late-September pullback.

“BTC historically bottoms in September. Since 2016, Bitcoin has bottomed 7 times in September. (…) Historically, this means BTC bottom is most likely in and it won’t go lower than $107K,” he asserted.

Analyst Crypto Jelle forecasted that price discovery could resume as early as next week, pointing out that holding the $120,000 level as support over the weekend and closing above it in the weekly timeframe would set a strong base for the long-awaited Q4 rally.

Is BTC’s Top A Few Weeks Away?
As the flagship cryptocurrency is on the “cusp of entering Price Discovery Uptrend 3,” Rekt Capital also shared a potential timeline for Bitcoin’s cycle top based on its previous post-halving performances.

The analyst previously shared his 2025 roadmap for BTC’s rally, suggesting that it could see an extended cycle or potentially enjoy a third Price Discovery Uptrend before the bear market, which would push the cycle peak into deeper stages of 2025.

In a video analysis, he suggested that BTC’s top could arrive in the next two weeks to two months. As he explained, Bitcoin peaked around 520 days after the 2016 Halving event, while it topped nearly 550 days after the 2020 event.

If it had repeated its 2017 timeline, BTC would have had to peak around September, meaning that the August ATH was the cycle top. The analyst dismissed this possibility, suggesting that a repeat of its 2021 price action was more likely. In this case, BTC would need to peak in the next two weeks.

However, Rekt Capital laid a third scenario in which Bitcoin tops around mid-November. This timeline would follow the theory that the cycle peak timeline is increasing by 30 days at a time, signaling that this cycle’s peak would happen around the 580-day mark post-halving.

“If we are looking at the four-year cycle, the most important thing is to just wrap everything up in candle one. That’s historically what’s been the case,” he explained. “So, at least two weeks and maybe still a month and a half to a maximum of two months. But beyond that, I don’t think we’ll be lengthening.”

Bitcoin’s performance in the one-week chart. Source: BTCUSDT on Tradingview
Featured Image from Unsplash.com, Chart from TradingView.com

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Solana jumps 19% and flirts with $230. Yet, historical investors are liquidating their positions. The crypto network itself is attracting less and less interest. Simple technical rebound or fragile peak? Full analysis here.

In brief

Historical investors of Solana are selling massively, betraying a lasting loss of confidence.
The drop in new addresses slows adoption, thus weakening the current bullish momentum of the SOL token

Solana rises, but strong hands are unloading
The crypto Solana (SOL) posts a weekly increase of 19%. It even temporarily surpassed the $230 threshold. This bullish movement renews market focus on an asset still closely watched by traders.

However, a fundamental indicator clouds this picture. We refer to the long-term holders (LTH) who show clear signs of distrust. Their sales are indeed at a seven-month peak. This suggests a coordinated profit-taking strategy, counter to the current momentum.

This behavior indicates a lack of conviction in the continuation of the crypto rally. The mid-September bottom seems to have left a lasting impression. Faced with a rebound perceived as fragile, some prefer to secure their gains. This could increase selling pressure. Such dynamics weaken the bullish momentum, especially if the trend intensifies in the coming days.

Crypto network out of breath despite the rally
Another structural signal supports this observation: network growth, which is slowing markedly. The number of new active addresses on the Solana blockchain has fallen to a six-month low. This decline reflects a loss of attractiveness, just as the crypto asset seeks a second wind.

Breakdown: fewer new entrants implies a decrease in incoming flows, therefore a limitation of bullish potential in the short and medium term.

This stagnation opposes the conditions necessary to validate a lasting bullish reversal. Technically, the $232 threshold remains the resistance to break to confirm the momentum. A bullish breakout would aim for a SOL price at $242, the next zone of interest. Conversely, a rejection at this level paves the way for a relapse towards $221, or even $214. This would invalidate the current bullish hypothesis.

Between distrust from old holders and disinterest from new ones, the crypto asset Solana plays an uncertain tune. What happens next will depend as much on technical signals as on a return of confidence. To be continued…

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XRP Price Shoots Up with Bitcoin’s Recovery$XRP rallied from the $2.70 support zone to the $3 mark, showcasing fresh momentum after weeks of sideways trading. This bullish move was largely triggered by Bitcoin’s sharp rebound from $114K to above $120K, which lifted sentiment across the entire crypto market.

XRP Price in USD over the past week - TradingView

The breakout has positioned XRP in a decisive zone that could determine whether this rally extends toward higher resistances or stalls under global and macroeconomic pressure.

Crypto Prices Today: Quick Market OverviewThe broader crypto market has started October in the green, with majors showing strong weekly gains:

Bitcoin ($BTC) trades around $122,300, up more than 11% in 7 days, reclaiming dominance above $120K.Ethereum ($ETH) hovers near $4,500, adding 12% in a week, with bulls eyeing a push toward $4,750.XRP ($XRP) sits at $3.02, gaining nearly 9% weekly, confirming its breakout momentum.BNB ($BNB) impressed with a 20% surge, trading around $1,170.Solana ($SOL) at $229 also advanced over 13% weekly, showing continued strength.Dogecoin ($DOGE), Cardano ($ADA), and Chainlink ($LINK) posted solid green candles, riding the overall bullish wave.This synchronized market rally indicates Uptober might be fueling renewed investor confidence.

XRP Price Prediction TodayThe daily chart shows $XRP has broken out of its descending resistance (orange trendline) and is now consolidating near the $3 mark.

Supports: $2.93 (50-day MA), $2.75 (short-term), $2.50 (major).Resistances: $3.10–$3.15 (immediate), with $3.60 as the next significant upside target.

XRP/USD 1-day chart - TradingView

The retest (green arrow) confirms a successful breakout attempt, but holding above $3 will be key for continuation.

Uptober Effect: Seasonal OptimismOctober has earned the nickname “Uptober” in crypto history, as it often follows September’s weakness with strong recoveries. In multiple past cycles, Uptober has marked the start of major rallies for Bitcoin and altcoins.

The early green across the board suggests traders are betting on the same seasonal pattern. For XRP, this could mean the rally extends toward $3.60 if the trend continues.

Macro Uncertainty: Shadows Over the RallyDespite Uptober optimism, the world is far from stable:

U.S. Government Shutdown Risk: With political gridlock in Washington, the Fed may delay rate decisions due to lack of official data, injecting uncertainty into markets.Middle East Tensions: The Israel–Gaza war and broader instability across the Middle East pose serious geopolitical risks, which could quickly shift investor sentiment toward safe havens.Global Economy: Inflationary pressures and weak growth persist, leaving equities and crypto vulnerable to volatility.These factors could easily cap gains or trigger sudden corrections, even in an otherwise bullish Uptober.

What’s Next for XRP?If $Bitcoin holds above $120K and Uptober momentum continues, XRP could push toward $3.60 resistance in the short term. A breakout above that level could open a wider rally into year-end.

On the downside, failure to hold $3 risks a drop back to $2.75 support, with a deeper correction possible toward $2.50 if macro headwinds intensify.