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, /PRNewswire/ -- The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Lantheus Holdings, Inc. ("Lantheus" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: LNTH) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Investors who purchased the Company's securities between February 26, 2025, and August 5, 2025, inclusive (the "Class Period"), are encouraged to contact the firm before November 10, 2025.

If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate.

We also encourage you to contact Brian Schall of the Schall Law Firm, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, Los Angeles, CA 90067, at 310-301-3335, to discuss your rights free of charge. You can also reach us through the firm's website at www.schallfirm.com, or by email at [email protected].

The class, in this case, has not yet been certified, and until certification occurs, you are not represented by an attorney. If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member.

According to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market. Lantheus misled investors about the growth of Pylarify, its prostate cancer imaging product.  The Company touted Pylarify's market leadership position and downplayed competitive pressures that were eating into its market position. The Company suffered sharp sales declines, revealing the truth of Pylarify's position in the market. Based on these facts, the Company's public statements were false and materially misleading throughout the class period. When the market learned the truth about Lantheus, investors suffered damages.

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The Schall Law Firm represents investors around the world and specializes in securities class action lawsuits and shareholder rights litigation.

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, /PRNewswire/ -- The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces the filing of a class action lawsuit against KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. ("KinderCare" or "the Company") (NYSE: KLC) for violations of the federal securities laws.

Investors who purchased the Company's securities pursuant and/or traceable to the Company's Offering Documents issued in connection with its initial public offering ("IPO") conducted in October 2024, are encouraged to contact the firm before October 14, 2025.           

If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate.

We also encourage you to contact Brian Schall of the Schall Law Firm, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, Los Angeles, CA 90067, at 310-301-3335, to discuss your rights free of charge. You can also reach us through the firm's website at www.schallfirm.com, or by email at [email protected].

The class, in this case, has not yet been certified, and until certification occurs, you are not represented by an attorney. If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member.

According to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market. KinderCare suffered from numerous incidents of child abuse and harm at its facilities. The Company failed to meet minimum standards in the childcare industry or comply with regulations and laws related to the care of young children. Based on these facts, the Company's public statements were false and materially misleading throughout the class period. When the market learned the truth about KinderCare, investors suffered damages.

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, /PRNewswire/ -- The DJS Law Group  reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. ("KinderCare" or "the Company") (NYSE: KLC) for violations of the federal securities laws.

Shareholders who purchased shares of KLC during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointments. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.

CLASS PERIOD:  pursuant and/or traceable to KinderCare's initial public offering ("IPO") conducted in October 2024

DEADLINE: October 14, 2025

CASE DETAILS: According to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market. KinderCare failed to comply with laws and regulations related to the care of children. Despite boasting that it provided the "highest quality care possible," the Company often failed to provide even a basic level of care for the children it was entrusted with. Based on these facts, the Company's public statements were false and materially misleading throughout the class period.

If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, contact us to participate .

NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS : Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares of KLC during the timeframe listed above, you will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software to provide you with status updates throughout the lifecycle of the case. There is no cost or obligation to you to participate in this case.

WHY DJS LAW GROUP?  DJS Law Group's primary focus is to enhance investor return through balanced counseling and aggressive advocacy. We specialize in securities class actions, corporate governance litigation, and domestic/international M&A appraisals. Our clients are some of the largest and most sophisticated hedge funds and alternative asset managers in the world. The litigation claims of our clients are extraordinarily valuable assets that demand respect, focus, and results.

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DJS Law Group
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Phone: 914-206-9742
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The global healthcare market is growing rapidly—it is expected to climb at a 6.9% CAGR over the next eight years, reaching more than $22.3 trillion by 2033. Its appeal to investors in the current market environment may also lie in its non-cyclical nature, thanks to resilient demand that is more related to health needs and demographics than to external economic conditions.

However, finding healthcare names poised for major growth may be difficult, considering that many of the largest legacy firms in the space are well beyond their days of big gains, and many others will remain highly speculative until (or if) they experience a significant commercial development or research breakthrough. The companies below might find the sweet spot for investors—they are neither among the biggest names in healthcare nor the most speculative, but they do have strong fundamentals and considerable upside potential.

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$37.43 -0.05 (-0.13%)

As of 10/1/2025 04:00 PM Eastern

52-Week Range$5.63▼

$46.58Price Target$55.00

Sanuwave Health Inc. NASDAQ: SNWV develops non-invasive acoustic wave therapies to aid in the treatment of sites of injury and a variety of other conditions. A small company at just under $300 million in market cap, Sanuwave has nonetheless put forward impressive financials in recent months. Its second-quarter report included a surprise earnings beat when analysts had predicted losses per share instead, as well as a modest revenue win on 42% year-over-year (YOY) improvement.

Sanuwave has a compelling product line-up, including its UltraMIST system that uses ultrasound technology to promote wound healing. UltraMIST has been a key driver of financial growth, with sales of the system up an impressive 61% YOY for the latest quarter. Further, Sanuwave's gross margin is high at 78.3%, and the company expects even better margins to come with lower manufacturing costs predicted for the upcoming months.

Unlike some medical product firms, Sanuwave's most popular items also offer a compelling model for investors: they include both a set of equipment representing a one-time purchase as well as a recurring, high-margin, single-use consumable component. This model fuels recurring revenue growth.

While SNWV shares have only been rated by three Wall Street analysts, each seems to view the company very positively. What's more, the consensus price target among these analysts is roughly 59% higher than the firm's current price, suggesting big gains could be in store.

Diversified Portfolio of Generics and More Drive Amneal's Appeal
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As of 10/1/2025 04:00 PM Eastern

52-Week Range$6.68▼

$10.43P/E Ratio1,039.04

Price Target$12.00

A specialty firm focused on generic pharmaceuticals, Amneal Pharmaceuticals Inc. NASDAQ: AMRX benefits from a multi-segment business offering key affordable medicines, products for government distribution, and more. Amneal's pipeline is strong—earlier this year it received FDA approval for Brekiya, a treatment for migraines that can be self-administered and which doesn't require refrigeration.

Known as a generics company, Amneal provides both generic alternatives to expensive brand name medicines and, increasingly, their own line of biosimilar products that are poised for higher margins. This has led the company to improve its financials in recent quarters. In the second quarter, Amneal posted EPS of 23 cents, 6 cents higher than analysts expected. Revenue climbed by 3% YOY and adjusted EBITDA by 13%, prompting the company to raise full-year guidance, thanks to strong sales of products including Crexont and Rytary.

Amneal's debt remains a concern, but it refinanced $2.7 billion in debt in the latest quarter, cutting its annual interest expense by roughly $33 million in the process. Combine that with the company's broad and diversified portfolio of drugs, it's no surprise that all five analysts rating AMRX shares have called them a Buy. The company could have an estimated 22% in upside potential as well.

Clinical Stage Firm Targeting Unmet Needs
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$73.50 -0.50 (-0.68%)

As of 10/1/2025 04:00 PM Eastern

52-Week Range$47.13▼

$86.53Price Target$96.00

Clinical stage biotech firm Belite Bio Inc. NASDAQ: BLTE develops treatments for conditions such as nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and obesity. Belite's advantage lies in its focus on unmet medical needs—one of its leading drug candidates,

Tinlarebant is designed as a treatment for certain types of macular degeneration that currently have limited or no approved treatment options for those suffering.

Belite may be the least-proven firm on this list, but its robust clinical trial activity is promising. Though it is pre-revenue, it ended the latest quarter with close to $150 million in cash on hand and has continued to see funding success. Analysts are optimistic: four out of five call it a Buy, seeing nearly 32% in upside possibility.

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, /PRNewswire/ -- The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Fly-E Group, Inc. ("Fly-E" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: FLYE) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Investors who purchased the Company's securities between July 15, 2025, and August 14, 2025, inclusive (the "Class Period"), are encouraged to contact the firm before November 7, 2025.

If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate.

We also encourage you to contact Brian Schall of the Schall Law Firm, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, Los Angeles, CA 90067, at 310-301-3335, to discuss your rights free of charge. You can also reach us through the firm's website at www.schallfirm.com, or by email at [email protected].

The class, in this case, has not yet been certified, and until certification occurs, you are not represented by an attorney. If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member.

According to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market. Fly-E shared optimistic revenue goals with investors only for its actual performance to fall far short of its projections. The Company overstated its brand reputation, cost reductions, and ability to secure favorable pricing from suppliers. The Company failed to successfully grow its sales network. Based on these facts, the Company's public statements were false and materially misleading throughout the class period. When the market learned the truth about Fly-E, investors suffered damages.

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CHINA - 2025/09/27: In this photo illustration, the AbbVie logo is seen displayed on the screen of the tablet. (Photo Illustration by Sheldon Cooper/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)

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AbbVie stock (NYSE: ABBV) rallied 11% in a week, largely driven by a key development that boosted the entire sector: Pfizer’s agreement to lower its drug prices for Medicaid and a White House decision to grant a three-year exemption from 100% import tariffs. Since the market sees this event as broadly positive for pharmaceutical companies, ABBV's stock has risen significantly. The question now is: given this recent climb, how does AbbVie compare to its peers across metrics like size, valuation, growth, and margins?

ABBV’s operating margin of 23.5% is considerable, yet lower than most competitors, trailing LLY (43.0%).ABBV’s revenue growth of 6.1% over the past year is moderate, surpassing MRK, GILD, and BMY, but falling short of LLY and AMGN.ABBV’s stock has increased by 28.5% in the last year and is trading at a PE of 114.8, although competitors like GILD have produced higher returns.For some context, AbbVie develops pharmaceuticals that include treatments for autoimmune diseases, plaque psoriasis, pancreatic insufficiency, and hypothyroidism through innovative drug development and manufacturing within the United States.

While comparing peers is essential, the Trefis High Quality Portfolio assesses much more and is designed to mitigate stock-specific risks while offering potential upside. In fact, it has comfortably outperformed its benchmark—a combination of the S&P 500, Russell, and S&P MidCap indexes—and has achieved returns exceeding 91% since its inception. Why is that? As a group, HQ Portfolio stocks provided better returns with less risk versus the benchmark index; less of a roller-coaster ride, as evident in HQ Portfolio performance metrics.

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Why is this significant? ABBV has recently risen by 15.3% in a month—comparing its performance with peers helps contextualize stock behavior, valuation, and financials—questioning whether it is genuinely outperforming or underperforming, and importantly, can this trend continue? Read Buy or Sell ABBV Stock to determine if AbbVie remains a sound investment. Additionally, there is always the risk of a decline following a significant rally—review how the stock has fluctuated and rebounded in the past through the ABBV Dip Buyer Analysis perspective.

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, /PRNewswire/ -- The DJS Law Group  reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Tronox Holdings plc ("Tronox" or "the Company") (NYSE: TROX ) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Shareholders who purchased shares of TROX during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointments. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.

CLASS PERIOD:  February 12, 2025 to July 30, 2025

DEADLINE: November 3, 2025

CASE DETAILS: According to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market. Tronox suffered from declining sales and increased costs despite its overly optimistic sales projections. Based on these facts, Tronox's public statements were false and materially misleading throughout the class period.

If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, contact us to participate .

NEXT STEPS FOR SHAREHOLDERS : Once you register as a shareholder who purchased shares during the timeframe listed above, you will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software to provide you with status updates throughout the lifecycle of the case. There is no cost or obligation to you to participate in this case.

WHY DJS LAW GROUP?  DJS Law Group's primary focus is to enhance investor return through balanced counseling and aggressive advocacy. We specialize in securities class actions, corporate governance litigation, and domestic/international M&A appraisals. Our clients are some of the largest and most sophisticated hedge funds and alternative asset managers in the world. The litigation claims of our clients are extraordinarily valuable assets that demand respect, focus, and results.

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DJS Law Group

274 White Plains Road, Suite 1

 Eastchester, NY 10709

Phone: 914-206-9742

Email: [email protected]

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Analysts are split over sausage-roll merchant Greggs PLC (LSE:GRG) following a third-quarter update that revealed weaker volumes and a slowdown in store openings.

The bakery chain said total sales rose 6.1% in the 13 weeks to 27 September, down from 7% in the first half of the year. Like-for-like company-managed shop sales increased 1.5% in Q3, compared to 2.6% in the first half. 

The FTSE 250-listed group said its trading performance improved through August and September, followingthe hot weather that impacted trading in July

“The board's expectation for the full year outcome is unchanged and we remain clear on the strategic opportunities that lie ahead,” Greggs concluded.

The view among some analysts, meanwhile, was that things could've been worse for the chain.

As such, Panmure Liberum has subsequently removed its 'sell' rating, and moved to 'hold'.

The broker said forecasts for 2025 now look “increasingly underpinned” given maintained guidance, an improving cost outlook and easier Q4 comparatives. However, it cautioned that outer-year assumptions remain “ambitious”, requiring like-for-like growth to reaccelerate to 3.50% and profits to rebound to 2024 levels next year despite muted volume trends and limited progress in evening trade and delivery.

RBC, meanwhile,  was even more upbeat, maintaining an 'outperform' rating, albeit with a lower price target of 2,190p, from 2,350p, compared to a prevailing price of 1,653p.

Ross Broadfoot, analyst for the Canadian bank, pointed to weak Q3 volumes of around minus 3.5% and a reduced store rollout of 120 to 140 sites next year.

He noted also that Tesco’s frozen food partnership represents potential upside, though this is not yet factored into forecasts.

Survey shows how Americans of all ages plan to celebrate the holiday

, /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly four-in-five U.S. adults (79%) plan to celebrate Halloween in 2025, and they aren't afraid of laying out some cash for the spooky fun. Those who plan to celebrate anticipate spending an average of $420 per household, according to CIT Bank's 2025 Halloween Spending Survey conducted by Harris Poll.1

While many discussions of holiday spending and saving focus on gift-giving holidays, the findings reveal that many Americans also believe Halloween is worth saving and planning for.

"Halloween is a fun holiday that brings families, friends and communities together," said Jose Castro, head of CIT Bank, a division of First Citizens Bank. "Many people get joy from creating memorable costumes or spooking neighbors with a giant skeleton in the yard. For them, it's worth spending a few hundred dollars to create meaningful memories."

Young Americans Celebrate and Spend More

For Halloween — AKA spooky season — young people are ready to get their scream on: 93% of Gen Z (ages 18-28) and 87% of Millennials (ages 29-44) plan to celebrate Halloween in 2025, though it was also popular with Gen X (ages 45-60, 76%) and Boomer and older (61+, 66%) respondents.

It's no surprise that Gen Z aims to go all-out for the season's celebrations. Their households plan to spend an average of $622 on the holiday, leading spending across costumes, candy, decor and all other categories measured. Halloween budgets get leaner for older generations, with Boomers and older respondents planning to spend just $93 on average.

More members of the family means more masked mischief: adults with children at home plan to spend an average of $652 on celebrating Halloween, more than triple the planned spending of those without ($215).

Costumes and Candy Are Non-Negotiable

Dressing up as scary creatures, beloved characters and the occasional oversized foodstuff is a big part of Halloween celebrations, but it isn't just for trick-or-treating with the family. Of adults who plan to celebrate Halloween, 52% of those with children at home plan to wear costumes this year, while 29% of those without kids at home also plan to don their masks and face paint.

Americans who plan to celebrate Halloween this year expect to spend an average of $58 on costumes for themselves and $87 for their families — but humans aren't the only ones in the costume budget. One-third (33%) of adults celebrating Halloween plan to purchase pet costumes, on which they'll spend an average of $22. Continuing the trend of Gen Z going all-out on Halloween fun, those celebrating Halloween are including four-legged friends in their plans: Half (50%) plan to buy pet costumes, spending an average of $50 (more than double the national average) on fancy-dressed pets.

Whether all dressed up at a Halloween party or sprawled on the couch watching horror movies, only 24% of Halloween participants would be willing to save money by switching to less expensive candy (being the one house on the block that gives out full-sized candy bars is its own reward). That said, 57% would be willing to buy in bulk to get more bang for their candy buck.

For more money-saving Halloween tips, check out this article from CIT Bank.

Savings Keep Jump Scares Out of Your Budget

Halloween can be a scary good time, but it's best to leave the creepy surprises to creature features instead of your bank balance. Creating a dedicated fund for holiday expenses may help you enjoy more moments and memories with less worry, especially if you set up a direct deposit or recurring transfer to a high-yield savings account.

"I recommend consistently setting aside money in a holiday fund so you can enjoy these celebrations while keeping your budget and long-term financial goals on track," Castro said. "A high-yield savings account at CIT Bank, like Platinum Savings or Savings Connect, is a great place to grow your holiday fund."

CIT Bank, a division of First Citizens Bank, is an FDIC-insured, top-10 online bank backed by the strength and stability of First Citizens Bank. CIT Bank offers a variety of savings accounts and CDs to help grow and preserve customers' nest eggs, whether they're looking forward to their first home or the most frightening yard display in the neighborhood. To learn more, visit www.CITBank.com.

About First Citizens Bank

First Citizens Bank helps personal, business, commercial and wealth clients build financial strength that lasts. Headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., First Citizens has built a unique legacy of strength, stability and long-term thinking that has spanned generations. First Citizens offers an array of general banking services including a network of more than 500 branches nationwide and offices in 23 states; commercial banking expertise delivering best-in-class lending, leasing and other financial services coast to coast; innovation banking serving businesses at every stage; and a nationwide direct bank. Parent company First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FCNCA) is a top 20 U.S. financial institution with more than $200 billion in assets and a member of the Fortune 500™. Discover more at First Citizens Bank.

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, /PRNewswire/ -- The Schall Law Firm, a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against Semler Scientific, Inc. ("Semler" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: SMLR) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Investors who purchased the Company's securities between March 10, 2021 and April 15, 2025, inclusive (the "Class Period"), are encouraged to contact the firm before October 29, 2025.

If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate.

We also encourage you to contact Brian Schall of the Schall Law Firm, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, Los Angeles, CA 90067, at 310-301-3335, to discuss your rights free of charge. You can also reach us through the firm's website at www.schallfirm.com, or by email at [email protected].

The class, in this case, has not yet been certified, and until certification occurs, you are not represented by an attorney. If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member.

According to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market. Semler failed to inform investors about a DOJ investigation into alleged violations of the False Claims Act, despite discussing violations in hypothetical terms. Based on this fact, the Company's public statements were false and materially misleading throughout the class period. When the market learned the truth about Semler, investor suffered damages.

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With Bitcoin (BTC) recently recording its own big breakout, the altcoins are not likely to be far behind. Both Ripple (XRP) and Cardano (ADA) are moving into position for breakouts. Could this happen in the next day or two, or could there be a rejection first?

$XRP approaches horizontal resistance plus trendline

Source: TradingView

The $XRP price is on its way back to a descending trendline in force since the all-time high last July. Three touches of the trendline have now taken place, which puts the next touch on alert for a breakout. 

As can be seen in the 4-hour chart above, the price will not only have to break through the trendline, but also the big horizontal resistance at $3. Much will depend on whether Bitcoin can continue positive price action. If $BTC starts to fall back, the chances are that $XRP will do the same, especially given that the short-term momentum indicators have reached their tops.

Bearish divergence finished, or more downside to come?

Source: TradingView

The weekly time frame for the $XRP price reveals how important the band of resistance from $2.98 to $3.00 is. If the bulls can push the price up through this, plus the descending trendline, and confirm above, all would be set for the next all-time high and a move into price discovery.

However, things are never usually this easy. Bearish divergence has been playing out for the last 12 weeks, given that the Stochastic RSI and the RSI were in downtrends, while the price action made a higher high. It remains to be seen whether the bearish divergence has now finished, or whether there may be some more downside to come.

If the price does fall back, the horizontal resistance level at $2.70 looks very strong. If the price got back here and bounced, this could coincide with a flip back to the upside for the Stochastic RSI indicators, plus a break of the descending trendline in the RSI.

Descending trendline real barrier to $ADA bulls

Source: TradingView

The 4-hour chart for $ADA reveals how the price looks to be taking hold above the $0.85 horizontal support level. If it does so, the long-time major descending trendline is only a short distance above.

Thus far, this trendline has been a real barrier for the $ADA bulls. Several big fakeouts bear testament to how difficult it has been for the bulls to maintain the price above. That said, it looks like another attempt is soon to be made. With all the short-term momentum indicators at their very tops, this is not going to be an easy undertaking.

Successful bull market on the line for $ADA

Source: TradingView

The weekly time frame puts things into perspective for the $ADA bulls. For these last few years the bears have been firmly in control. That said, zoom forward to today, and it can be seen that something has to give. The price is squashed into a relatively tiny space between the descending trendline/resistance and the strong horizontal support. The direction that the price takes from here will likely decide the direction for the rest of this bull market. Success for the bulls would be measured by a breakout and confirmation, and then a higher high above $1.33. Anything less, and the bull market could be over for $ADA.

Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. It is not offered or intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.

Thumzup Media Corporation has provided a $2.5 million loan to Dogehash Technologies to expand its dogecoin mining operations, adding more than 500 ASIC miners ahead of a pending acquisition. Dogecoin Mining Expansion Fueled by Thumzup Capital Injection Thumzup Media Corporation (Nasdaq: TZUP) has injected $2.

1inch, one of the leading decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystems, has integrated its Swap API into the Coinbase app, marking the DEX aggregator's most significant U.S. client to date.

Circle, the company behind the popular stablecoin $USDC, has just expanded its tokenized U.S. Treasury fund ($USYC) to the Solana Blockchain.

Why is this a big deal? Solana’s known for its speed and low transaction costs, making it a perfect match for expanding $USYC’s reach.

Previously available on Ethereum, Near, Base, and Canton, USYC is now live on Solana, with BNB Chain integration planned next.

$USYC is basically a tokenized slice of a short-term US government money market fund. With a market value of over $635M, up 13% from last month, it’s making a splash in the world of crypto finance.

While we’re talking about making a splash, it’d be remiss not to mention the next crypto to explode, Snorter Token ($SNORT). But more about that later.

The Growing World of ‘Real-World Assets’
Circle’s latest move is occurring amid a surge in the tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs). We’ve seen the market explode in just one year, which demonstrates the growing demand from institutional investors for yield-bearing assets on-chain.

The new Solana integration opens up numerous possibilities, such as using $USYC as collateral for trading derivatives or as a building block for other yield-generating strategies.

The only catch is that the fund is only accessible to non-US institutional investors who pass KYC checks. Crypto platforms will have to update their systems to support the new eligibility checks, but it’s a challenge worth taking on to be part of the future of on-chain finance.

As Solana opens up new possibilities to institutional investors, Snorter Token ($SNORT) does the same for you.

What’s the Deal with Snorter Token ($SNORT)?
Snorter Token ($SNORT) is a meme coin presale powering the Snorter Bot; a Solana-based trading assistant that helps you identify early crypto trends and execute trades with speed and precision.

The Snorter Bot, personified by a cool, quirky aardvark, operates directly on the Solana blockchain via Telegram. This means you can trade right from your phone, and because it’s on Solana, you get super-fast trades and low fees.

How Snorter Bot with $SNORT Makes Trading Easier
Snorter Bot comes jam-packed with other features designed to make trading easier and safer. These include automated tools to help you snipe new tokens as soon as they launch, and features to protect you from common scams like rug pulls and honeypots.

Even better, its 0.85% trading fees on Solana are among the lowest you’ll find, and the bot itself is designed to be faster than many of its competitors. This is crucial in a fast-paced market where every second counts.

The bot also includes copy-trading features, which let you automatically follow the moves of top traders. It’s perfect if you’re just learning the ropes or want to leverage the expertise of others.

There’s also protection against front-running and MEV, which helps to ensure your trades are fair.

The Snorter Token ($SNORT) presale is gaining traction, having raised $4.2M with recent whale buys as high as $107.1K, $91.1K and $59K.

With $SNORT, you’re not just holding a token; once the bot launches, you can use it to gain access to a powerful set of tools to navigate the crypto market with confidence.

If the Snorter Token presale achieves its goals, experts predict an end-of-2025 high of $1.02, which would net you a return of 855%. But only if you act now.

Grab your $SNORT today for $0.1067 and stake them for 113% APY. 

Please note that this is not intended as financial advice, and you should always conduct your own research before making any investment decisions.

Authored by Aaron Walker, NewsBTC — www.newsbtc.com/news/circle-expands-rwa-to-solana-snorter-token-next-crypto-to-explode/ ‎

United Kingdom officials are weighing whether to retain billions of dollars in gains from seized Bitcoin tied to a massive fraud case, rather than distributing the full, current value to victims, according to the Financial Times.

According to a Thursday Financial Times report, the UK High Court may decide to reimburse only the original value of the investments, about 640 million British pounds ($862 million), to victims of the scam. This is despite the seized 61,000 Bitcoin (BTC) being worth nearly $7.24 billion at the time of writing, resulting in an excess of about $6.4 billion.

The Bitcoin was seized in 2018 in north London from scammers who defrauded 128,000 investors in China. Some Treasury officials have privately debated whether the windfall could help offset a budget deficit of up to 30 billion pounds ($40.5 billion). Under existing rules, assets seized under the Proceeds of Crime Act are usually paid into the Home Office or the Treasury Consolidated Fund, with court-ordered compensation when required.

The FT also reported that other government officials have urged caution since such a decision may lead to a complex legal battle over the Bitcoin proceeds that could drag on for years. The Treasury has been instructed not to use the funds in its calculations.

UK Treasury headquarters. Source: WikimediaLargest crypto seizure in historyThe assets in question were seized from Chinese national Zhimin Qian and her Malaysian assistant, Seng Hok Ling, who pled guilty earlier this week. The local police force announced that it had “made what is believed to be the single largest cryptocurrency seizure in the world.”

The seizure followed a seven-year investigation by the London Metropolitan Police’s Economic Crime team into international money laundering. Qian pleaded guilty to acquiring and possessing criminal property, while Ling pleaded guilty to transferring criminal property.

Between 2014 and 2017, Qian led a large-scale fraud scheme in China, siphoning assets from over 128,000 victims. These assets were later stored as Bitcoin when she fled China using false documents and entered the United Kingdom.

In September 2018, Qian attempted to launder the proceeds by acquiring property. The police were able to locate her by surveilling Ling, leading to their arrest in April 2024, and to the seizure of encrypted devices, cash, gold and cryptocurrency.

The latest in many crypto seizuresEarlier this month, Canadian police seized $40 million in crypto from TradeOgre, which the exchange’s supporters have criticized as heavy-handed due to the lack of Know Your Customer checks.

In mid-August, the US Justice Department authorized the seizure of more than $2.8 million in cryptocurrency, along with cash and other assets, as part of a criminal case against an alleged ransomware operator. In early July, Bloomberg reported that the US Secret Service had seized nearly $400 million in digital assets over the past decade.

Sweden’s justice minister also called on local authorities to focus on crackdowns that could yield larger seizures of assets, including cryptocurrency.

In June, US crypto exchange Coinbase announced that it helped the US Secret Service seize $225 million in crypto allegedly stolen by scammers, the agency’s largest crypto seizure to date.

Magazine: Thailand’s ‘Big Secret’ crypto hack, Chinese developer’s RWA tokens: Asia Express

Alongside this, the platform unveiled its new Chinese brand, Sun Wukong, marking a historic moment as the first major DEX to adopt an iconic Chinese name. The launch signals TRON's transformation from a payment-focused blockchain to a full-featured trading ecosystem.

Plasma founder Paul Faecks has pushed back against claims of insider selling after the project's native token, XPL, lost over half its value within days.

TL;DR

Token assurance: CEO Paul Faecks dismissed insider sale rumors and confirmed that all team and investor XPL tokens remain locked for three years with a one-year cliff to prevent early liquidations.
Market rebound: Following his clarifications, XPL jumped nearly 15% before stabilizing at a 5.6% gain, showing how leadership communication directly influenced investor confidence despite lingering transparency concerns.
Adoption growth: Plasma has processed over 2 million transactions and attracts 5,000 new users daily, with analysts comparing its trajectory to Tron’s stablecoin-focused expansion.

Plasma’s native token XPL rebounded after CEO Paul Faecks directly addressed community concerns over alleged insider sales and team affiliations. His clarifications and strong adoption metrics helped stabilize sentiment following weeks of volatility. While skepticism persists, the project’s growth trajectory suggests resilience in the face of controversy.

We’ve seen a number of rumors circulating since the launch of XPL and want to set the record straight.

1/ No team members have sold any XPL. All investor and team XPL is locked for 3 years with a 1 year cliff.

2/ Of our team of ~50, three spent time at Blur or Blast. Our team…

— Paul (@pauliepunt) October 1, 2025

Founder Denies Token Sale Allegations
Paul Faecks firmly rejected claims that Plasma insiders had sold tokens. He confirmed that all team and investor holdings are locked for three years with a one-year cliff, preventing any premature liquidations. This assurance came after speculation tied Plasma to controversial projects and alleged undisclosed sales. Faecks emphasized that the project’s focus remains on building a stablecoin-focused Layer-1 blockchain, not on short-term token speculation.

Team Composition and Market Maker Rumors
The CEO also countered narratives portraying Plasma as an “ex-Blast” project. Out of approximately 50 team members, only three previously worked at Blur or Blast. The broader team includes professionals from Google, Facebook, Square, Temasek, Goldman Sachs, and Nuvei, underscoring its diverse expertise. Additionally, Faecks denied any partnership with market maker Wintermute, clarifying that Plasma has no service contracts and only public information on Wintermute’s XPL holdings.

Market Reaction and Price Performance
Following Faecks’ statements, XPL surged nearly 15%, climbing from $0.88 to $1.01 before dropping nearly 6% and settling at $0.98. The rebound reflected renewed confidence among investors, though analysts continued to question transparency around ecosystem and growth fund allocations. Some observers suggested that proving on-chain fund movements could further strengthen trust. Despite lingering doubts, the immediate market response highlighted the impact of leadership communication on token performance.

Adoption Growth Amid Skepticism
Beyond price action, Plasma’s adoption metrics remain robust. The network has processed more than 2 million transactions since launch, with 1.4 million occurring in a single 12-hour window. Data from Dune Analytics shows around 5,000 new users joining daily, representing over 70% of daily active users. This steady growth suggests that user interest is outpacing negative sentiment. Analysts have even compared Plasma’s trajectory to Tron, highlighting its potential to capture a significant share of stablecoin payments if momentum continues.

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Posted: October 2, 2025

Key Takeaways 
Why did Zcash rally this week?
Zcash more than doubled after Naval Ravikant endorsed it as “insurance against Bitcoin.”

Will the uptrend continue? 
It can if the financial privacy narrative continues. In the meantime, there could be a temporary cool-off. 

On the 1st of October, Zcash [ZEC] exploded 62% and added an extra +20% at press time. Overall, the privacy-focused coin more than doubled this week.

It surged from $53 to a three-year high of $154.4 on the Binance exchange as of press time.  

Source: ZEC/USDT, TradingView

The explosive upswing was triggered by shilling from renowned investor Naval Ravikant. He called it an “insurance against Bitcoin” amid an aggressive push for CBDCs (Central Bank Digital Currencies) in most countries. 

He said, 

“Bitcoin [BTC] is insurance against fiat. ZCash is insurance against Bitcoin.”

Ravikant added that even Satoshi can’t use Bitcoin because of surveillance.

Source: X

But that changes with Zcash. ZCash was created from the Bitcoin code base but encrypts transaction information for users to shield their assets. 

Apart from the financial privacy narrative, the recent technical upgrades also fueled the explosive run. The next network upgrade (NU7) seeks quantum-proof and faster transactions. 

Other privacy coins like Monero [XMR] also pumped, but not as hard as Zcash. But the froth in the Futures market could be a warning sign of a potential cool-off. 

Is Zcash’s pullback likely?
According to CryptoQuant’s Futures Volume Bubble Map metric, Zcash was in an “overheating” phase. The reading is always associated with the late stage of an uptrend, or the beginning of a distribution. 

A similar “overheating” reading coincided with local tops in 2024. The upswing could enter a cool-off or local top if past trends hold. 

Source: CryptoQuant

Exchange flows turn red
The wave of Exchange Netflow also reinforced that some players were actively booking profits after the 2x run.

CoinGlass data showed about $21 million in Exchange Netflow, indicating more sell-off than accumulation this week. 

Source: CoinGlass

Historically, Weekly Exchange Netflows of $20-$30 million marked past local and cycle tops. In short, late bulls jumping on the rally could easily be burnt if the profit-taking increases from here. 

However, a pullback to around $100 could become a buying opportunity in case of an extended rally after the cool-off. 

Football memes X account Troll Football drew mixed reactions when it launched its first digital asset, a Solana-based token called FOOTBALL, through memecoin launchpad Pump.fun on Wednesday.

Troll Football is one of the most recognized meme pages in global football culture, with more than 4.8 million followers on X. The account claims over 100 million impressions per month and 2 billion total views in 2025.

Many tokens launched on Pump.fun often start anonymously or with little community backing, but observers have noted that FOOTBALL has a major meme brand behind it. 

The launch is the first step of the project’s four-part roadmap that promises collaborations with professional players, brand tie-ins, and more additions from football culture.

FOOTBALL has community backing, project team says
According to its website, FOOTBALL takes the passion of football fandom to crypto markets as a sports-focused memecoin supported by an already-established global community.

Trading data from DEXScreener shows FOOTBALL surged after its launch, climbing to an early high of $0.0021. However, the token quickly retraced, falling back to around $0.00162 as of Thursday morning trading. The drop is approximately 22% from its peak price on the same day.

At press time, the token has a fully diluted valuation (FDV) of $1.6 million and a market capitalization of $1.6 million, with reported liquidity of around $167,000. Trading activity has recorded over 76,000 transactions and over $2 million in volume since it debuted.

Despite the price retracement in the last half hour, FOOTBALL has recorded a 438% increase in the past 24 hours, according to market tracking data, as early speculators moved in on the launch.

Troll Football outlines roadmap, but reception has been negative 
Troll Football may have attempted to present FOOTBALL as a fan-driven token with mass appeal, but social media reactions have been largely on the negative side. Under the project’s announcement post on X, several users accused the account of being compromised or running a potential “rug pull.”

“You’re promoting a scam. I know they paid you,” one user wrote in a comment. Many others shared similar sentiments.

Concerns about scams have grown on Pump.fun, as the platform’s popularity has invited both genuine community-driven tokens and bad actors looking to exploit its ease of use.

Away from the backlash, Troll Football’s published roadmap shows the second phase after launch will see the project form partnerships with professional footballers and online personalities.

The third and last phase seeks to expand FOOTBALL into having more football culture through collaborations and global campaigns, leading the sports memecoin to top charts on the Solana network.

Pump.fun’s good and bad memecoin relationship
In a report released Wednesday, Galaxy Digital analyst Will Owens wrote that meme coins are now more than the Dogecoin internet jokes and have become a “cultural and economic force.”

Galaxy’s report stated that one of the reasons the market has witnessed this growth is because of Pump.fun, the Solana-based launchpad that allows anyone to create a token in minutes. Owens noted that the platform has “turbocharged activity in 2025,” contributing to record fee generation on the Solana network.

Commonly dubbed a “memecoin factory,” Pump.fun tools make token creation simple, fast, and inexpensive. But researchers and naysayers are bashing many tokens created on Pump.fun, saying most of them are offensive or extremist themes. 

Of the top 15 trending tokens on DEXScreener this week, at least four referenced racial slurs or skin color.

Top ranking coins on Pump.fun. Source: DEXScreener

Earlier this year, “Elon Hitler” and “Adolf Musk” tokens appeared merely hours after Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s salute during Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration. Netizens widely interpreted the name as a reference to the fascist symbolism of the Nazis.

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Dogecoin price sits above $0.25, holding a higher low trend since April, according to Daan Crypto Trades.
Analysts point to $0.39 and $0.43 as major resistance levels that could trigger the next DOGE rally.
DOGE remains above its 200-day EMA and MA, showing bulls are defending long-term trend support on the chart.
CoinGecko data shows DOGE up 6.85% in 24 hours and 11.3% in 7 days, signaling growing market momentum.

Dogecoin is keeping traders on edge after holding above a key support level, maintaining its higher low structure. The popular meme coin has been moving steadily upward since April, despite a choppy trading pattern. 

Analysts say the current structure shows strength if it continues to hold its base. The next move could depend on whether the token clears its overhead resistance levels. With trading volumes rising, all eyes remain on DOGE’s next breakout attempt.

According to trader Daan Crypto Trades, Dogecoin has been forming higher lows on the chart, similar to larger cryptocurrencies.

$DOGE Held where it should have and put in a higher low just like most majors.

Like said previously, it's been a choppy trend up since the April lows but some of these coins are shaping up nicely.

Just needs to maintain those higher lows and higher highs, and a larger move will… https://t.co/XvuLlvHlXW pic.twitter.com/NFtssPsibA

— Daan Crypto Trades (@DaanCrypto) October 2, 2025

He pointed out that the price action since April has been choppy but tilted upward. The coin’s resilience around support has given bulls reason to stay engaged.

The chart shows DOGE trading near $0.2572, supported by the 200-day moving averages. The $0.22 level has been an important floor that price has respected multiple times. Traders see this as a healthy base for further upward movement.

Stronger support sits deeper near $0.142, a level that marked historical rebounds. Analysts say if DOGE revisits this zone, it would need to maintain its higher low formation. A breakdown could challenge the bullish pattern. For now, bulls appear in control above the moving averages.

CoinGecko data confirms the current upward momentum. At press time, DOGE trades at $0.2585, up 6.85% in 24 hours. Over the past seven days, the coin has gained 11.3%, reflecting strong near-term demand.

Dogecoin price on CoinGecko
DOGE Price Eyes Resistance at $0.39 and $0.43
The resistance levels at $0.3968 and $0.4348 are seen as the main barriers to the next move. These zones have stopped rallies in the past, creating areas of interest for traders. Clearing them could open the way to larger gains.

Daan Crypto Trades noted that the trend remains constructive as long as higher lows and higher highs continue. 

He explained that the price structure suggests a larger move will eventually occur if DOGE holds its path. The pattern shows that bulls are defending key zones while waiting for momentum to expand.

Technical indicators continue to lean in favor of the buyers. Both the 200-day EMA and MA are sloping upward, signaling an intact bullish trend. As long as price stays above these averages, traders expect the structure to remain supportive.

Market watchers now focus on whether Dogecoin can generate enough strength to break through resistance. A breakout above $0.43 could change the near-term outlook and confirm a stronger rally. Until then, the coin is consolidating within its upward structure.

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Crypto markets are continuing their rise this week after weaker-than-expected U.S. labor data and amid a government shutdown that saw the market adopt the stance that a Federal Reserve rate cut next month is a near certainty.

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Bitcoin climbed an additional 2.15% in the last 24-hour period to $118,700, while the broader market, as measured by the CoinDesk 20 (CD20) index, rose 2.33% in the same period. The rally came despite, or because of, rising uncertainty in traditional markets.

The spark came from an unexpected drop in U.S. private payrolls. ADP data showed a 32,000 job decline in September, against forecasts for a 50,000 gain. With the government shutdown halting official labor data, traders are forced to lean on this miss for insights, leading to increased rate cut bets.

Data from Polymarket now shows traders weigh a 91% chance the Fed will cut rates by 25 bps later this month, while on the CME’s FedWatch tool, odds of such a rate cut stand at 99%.

“Markets appear to have responded with relative stability in the first 24 hours following the U.S. government shutdown,” Philipp Zentner, CEO and founder of LIFI Protocol, told CoinDesk. “It’s worth noting that during the last major shutdown in 2018–2019, which lasted 35 days, markets remained largely resilient, and we may see similar dynamics this time.”

That stability, coupled with a dovish macroeconomic environment, bodes well for risk assets like cryptocurrencies.

Derivatives markets also reflect this shift, with open interest rising nearly 4% to $216 billion according to CoinGlass data. Similarly, spot crypto ETFs have seen more than $2.3 billion in net inflows since the beginning of the week, according to SoSoValue.

Still, some warn of structural risks. “Strategies that rely on stock premiums to buy bitcoin are hitting limits,” Justin Wang, co-founder of Zeus Network, told CoinDesk. “Sustainable institutional Bitcoin adoption requires infrastructure that doesn't depend on market sentiment and stock premiums.”

As the shutdown drags on and economic signals grow murkier, investors appear to be turning toward alternative assets like gold and crypto. Speaking to CoinDesk, XYO co-founder Markus Levin pointed out BTC’s price structure is “showing a classic Elliott Wave completion within a rising wedge, a pattern that often signals consolidation before a decisive move.”

“Institutional flows and derivatives activity will be critical in determining whether this setup resolves with new highs or a deeper retracement. Either way, we’re entering one of Bitcoin’s historically most dynamic months, and market participants should be prepared for volatility,” he said.

Stay alert!

What to WatchFor a more comprehensive list of events this week, see CoinDesk's "Crypto Week Ahead" note.

CryptoNothing scheduled.MacroOct. 2, 8:30 a.m.: U.S. Jobless Claims initial (for week ended Sept. 27) Est. 223K, continuing (for week ended Sept. 20) Est. 1930K. The report has been delayed due to a federal government shutdown.Earnings (Estimates based on FactSet data)Nothing scheduled.Token EventsFor a more comprehensive list of events this week, see CoinDesk's "Crypto Week Ahead".

Governance votes & callsENS DAO is voting to reimburse the eth.limo team 109,818.82 USDC from the treasury. These funds are to cover legal fees for operating their public gateway. Voting ends Oct. 2.Arbitrum DAO is voting to transfer 8,500 idle ETH to its treasury team to earn yield and support the ecosystem. The move is expected to generate ~204 ETH annually. Voting ends Oct. 2.Gitcoin DAO is holding a re-vote to approve a revised $1,175,000 matching fund and updated grant categories for its upcoming Grants Round 24 (GG24). Voting ends Oct. 2.UnlocksOct. 2: ENA$0.6258 to unlock 0.62% of its circulating supply worth $23.65 million.Token LaunchesOct. 2: DoubleZero (2Z) to be listed on Binance Alpha, Coinone, Kraken, Bithumb, OKX, and others.ConferencesFor a more comprehensive list of events this week, see CoinDesk's "Crypto Week Ahead".

Day 2 of 2: Northern FinTech Summit 2025 (London)Day 2 of 2: TOKEN2049 SingaporeOct. 2: Stablecoin Summit 2025 (Singapore)Day 1 of 3: Lightning Plus Plus BerlinToken TalkBy Oliver Knight

Plasma founder Paulie Punt has refuted claims that the recently issued XPL token had been sold by team members, despite on-chain data suggesting the contrary.Paul stated that no members of the Plasma team have sold their XPL holdings since launch. According to him, all investor and team allocations are subject to a three-year lock-up with a one-year cliff, meaning they cannot be accessed or sold within that timeframe. He emphasized that the circulating claims of insider unloading were unfounded.The Plasma founder also pushed back against characterizations that the team was primarily made up of “ex-Blast” employees. Of the roughly 50 team members, only three had prior stints at Blur or Blast, he said. He noted that the group also includes professionals with backgrounds at Google, Facebook, Square, Temasek, Goldman Sachs, and Nuvei, underscoring the project’s broader pedigree.Another point of contention has been Wintermute, a well-known crypto trading firm often engaged as a market maker for new projects. Paul denied that Plasma had a contract with Wintermute for market-making or other services, saying the company has no more information about Wintermute’s XPL holdings than the public.Pseudonymous researcher ManaMoon had initially claimed that over 600 million XPL tokens have been transferred from the project’s vault to exchanges since launch.XPL has performed relatively poorly since launch, sliding from a high of $1.68 to $0.97 while daily trading volume has remained steady at $2.6 billion.Derivatives PositioningThe BTC futures market is showing a strong and sustained bullish trend, with key metrics reaching new highs. Open interest has climbed to an all-time high of $32.6 billion, reflecting a significant increase in trader exposure, with Binance leading the way at $13.6 billion. This record-high interest is supported by a stable 3-month annualized basis, which has settled around 7%, indicating that the basis trade remains profitable and reinforcing the positive market sentiment. The combination of these two metrics suggests that recent price action is being driven by strong, conviction-based bullish positioning rather than short-term speculation.The BTC options market is presenting a complex and contradictory picture of sentiment. While the 25 Delta Skew for short-term options continues its downward trend, now at just 3.25%, suggesting that traders are willing to pay a premium for puts to hedge against downside risk, the 24-hour Put/Call Volume tells a different story. Calls are still dominating the volume at over 56%, indicating that a majority of traders are actively positioning for a rally rather than a decline. Meanwhile, BTC's funding rate on major exchanges is hovering between an annualized 9% to 10%, indicating healthy demand for leveraged long positions.However, a significant outlier is Deribit, where the funding rate has spiked dramatically to over 60%. This isolated but extreme spike suggests intense, concentrated demand for long positions on that platform, but the overall market, including altcoins, does not yet appear to be overheated with average funding for top 30 coins by market capitalization at around 10% annualized, as per Coinglass.Market MovementsBTC is up 1.12% from 4 p.m. ET Wednesday at $118,927.57 (24hrs: +2.23%)ETH is up 1.27% at $4,392.20 (24hrs: +2.59%)CoinDesk 20 is up 1.49% at 4,232.18 (24hrs: +2.41%)Ether CESR Composite Staking Rate is unchanged at 2.87%BTC funding rate is at 0.0135% (14.7825% annualized) on KuCoinDXY is down 0.18% at 97.53Gold futures are up 0.12% at $3,902.00Silver futures are down 0.2% at $47.58Nikkei 225 closed up 0.87% at 44,936.73Hang Seng closed up 1.61% at 27,287.12FTSE is unchanged at 9,449.86Euro Stoxx 50 is up 1.30% at 5,653.99DJIA closed on Wednesday unchanged at 46,441.10S&P 500 closed up 0.34% at 6,711.20Nasdaq Composite closed up 0.42% at 22,755.16S&P/TSX Composite closed up 0.28% at 30,107.67S&P 40 Latin America closed down 1.55% at 2,905.87U.S. 10-Year Treasury rate is down 1.2 bps at 4.094%E-mini S&P 500 futures are unchanged at 6,766.50E-mini Nasdaq-100 futures are up 0.25% at 25,081.00E-mini Dow Jones Industrial Average Index are down 0.11% at 46,672.00Bitcoin StatsBTC Dominance: 58.84% (-0.36%)Ether to bitcoin ratio: 0.03691 (0.63%)Hashrate (seven-day moving average): 1,059 EH/sHashprice (spot): $49.91Total Fees: 3.63 BTC / $423,349CME Futures Open Interest: 137,820 BTCBTC priced in gold: 30.6 ozBTC vs gold market cap: 8.66%Technical AnalysisYesterday’s move saw bitcoin break past the bearish order block on the daily, now trading at $118,675. The daily close signals a shift in market structure, favouring the bulls. A retest of the order block — flipping it from resistance into support — would be a healthy retracement that could allow Bitcoin to test the all-time highs again. Bulls will want to see bitcoin establish acceptance above the order block.Crypto EquitiesCoinbase Global (COIN): closed on Wednesday at $346.17 (+2.57%), +2% at $353.11 in pre-marketCircle Internet (CRCL): closed at $129.03 (-2.68%), +3% at $132.90Galaxy Digital (GLXY): closed at $35.83 (+5.97%), +2.99% at $36.90Bullish (BLSH): closed at $60.81 (-4.4%), +2.22% at $62.16MARA Holdings (MARA): closed at $18.61 (+1.92%), +2.47% at $19.07Riot Platforms (RIOT): closed at $18.93 (-0.53%), +1.74% at $19.26Core Scientific (CORZ): closed at $17.97 (+0.17%), +1.22% at $18.19CleanSpark (CLSK): closed at $14.59 (+0.62%), +1.71% at $14.84CoinShares Valkyrie Bitcoin Miners ETF (WGMI): closed at $45.07 (+1.88%)Exodus Movement (EXOD): closed at $28.31 (+1.91%), +0.11% at $28.34Crypto Treasury CompaniesStrategy (MSTR): closed at $338.41 (+5.03%), +2.29% at $346.15Semler Scientific (SMLR): closed at $31.03 (+3.43%)SharpLink Gaming (SBET): closed at $17.37 (+2.12%), +1.78% at $17.68Upexi (UPXI): closed at $6.53 (+13.17%), +2.6% at $6.70Lite Strategy (LITS): closed at $2.56 (+5.79%), +5.47% at $2.70ETF FlowsSpot BTC ETFs

Daily net flow: $675.8 millionCumulative net flows: $58.4 billionTotal BTC holdings ~ 1.32 millionSpot ETH ETFs

Daily net flow: $80.9 millionCumulative net flows: $13.9 billionTotal ETH holdings ~ 6.61 millionSource: Farside Investors

While You Were SleepingBitcoin Surges Above $119K as U.S. Government Shutdown Takes Effect; BTC Options Look Cheap (CoinDesk): A delayed jobs report from the shutdown could push the Fed toward deeper cuts, and a 21Shares strategist says bitcoin's recent gains suggest an explosive rally could be in the cards.U.S. to Provide Ukraine With Intelligence for Missile Strikes Deep Inside Russia (The Wall Street Journal): Trump has authorized U.S. intelligence agencies and the War Department for the first time to provide Ukraine with targeting data for long-range missile strikes on Russian energy facilities.'Tokenization is Going to Eat the Entire Financial System' Says Robinhood CEO (CoinDdesk): Robinhood is expanding tokenized stocks in Europe and eyeing real estate next. CEO Vlad Tenev says the U.S. needs to catch up with Europe in digital asset regulation.Thailand Crypto ETF Push Expands Beyond Bitcoin, Regulator Says (Bloomberg): Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission is drafting rules to let mutual funds offer ETFs tied to baskets of cryptocurrencies, aiming to attract younger investors amid a sluggish equity market.More For You

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Circle has deployed its tokenized U.S. Treasury fund USYC on Solana, offering institutional investors high-speed access to regulated yield-bearing assets.
The tokenized Treasuries market has surpassed $7.5 billion in size, becoming one of the fastest-growing segments within blockchain finance.
USYC’s real-time convertibility into USDC positions Solana as a preferred venue for capital-efficient collateral strategies.

Circle is reinforcing its strategy of merging regulatory compliance with open financial infrastructure. USYC represents tokenized shares in a short-duration U.S. government money market fund designed exclusively for verified institutional participants. The expansion to Solana adds another high-performance network alongside existing deployments on Ethereum, Near, Base and Canton, with further integrations planned. Unlike retail-focused digital assets, USYC is structured for professional capital managers seeking automated settlement without sacrificing oversight.

Solana’s appeal lies in its ability to process thousands of transactions per second with negligible fees, making it ideal for financial operations that demand speed. The addition of USYC enables advanced mechanisms such as collateralized lending against Treasuries or derivatives margining backed by sovereign debt instruments. Several DeFi lending platforms are already evaluating USYC as a reference asset for liquidity vaults and structured credit markets.

Institutional Capital Gains Programmable Yield
The rise of tokenized Treasuries signals a clear shift toward real-world assets operated through blockchain rails. Hedge funds, corporate treasuries and liquidity desks are exploring tokenized yield products not as experiments but as operational tools. USYC serves as a connective layer between traditional securities and automated strategies executed through smart contracts, reducing reliance on intermediaries and settlement inefficiencies.

The permissioned nature of USYC does introduce requirements for wallet screening and eligibility enforcement. However, rather than limiting adoption, this structure offers legal clarity that many institutions demand before entering decentralized markets. The fact that protocols are willing to implement access controls suggests that efficiency and compliance can coexist.

Solana Emerges As A Base Layer For Regulated Yield
The integration also strengthens the position of USDC as transactional currency within professional financing strategies. Combining stablecoins with tokenized government securities enables structured leverage and liquidity cycling at institutional scale. Solana’s throughput and reliability make it a practical environment for automated treasury management executed entirely on-chain.

If adoption maintains its current pace, tokenized Treasuries could become the first category of traditional assets to achieve full native integration within decentralized financial infrastructure. Circle is positioning itself at the center of that transition, betting that regulated yield instruments will define the next evolution of blockchain-based capital markets.

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CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NIQ, a leading consumer intelligence company, today announced the launch of its data clean room on Snowflake, designed to enable both data enrichment and outcome measurement for leading marketers worldwide. This marks NIQ’s first data clean room dedicated to supporting these critical use cases for marketers, media owners, retail media networks, and ad tech platforms.

Through secure collaboration via the Snowflake clean room, marketers can enrich their proprietary first-party data with NIQ’s privacy-compliant consumer signals to drive audience discovery, segmentation, scoring, and campaign activation — all within a secure environment that protects consumer data and upholds global privacy standards.

“Advertisers are sitting on a wealth of first-party data, but unlocking its full potential requires the right consumer signals and data collaboration solutions,” said Lana Busignani, General Manager at NIQ. “By enriching their data with NIQ’s deep consumer insights in a secure environment, marketers can uncover high-value audiences, sharpen segmentation, and activate campaigns with greater precision. Just as importantly, they can now measure the real-world impact of those campaigns by connecting media investments to meaningful outcomes. We are thrilled to collaborate with Snowflake, who is already a strategic partner to most global advertisers and media companies, to help clients improve the quality and value of their first-party data to drive better outcomes.”

In addition to enrichment, the clean room also supports outcome measurement, leveraging NIQ’s retail insights to help advertisers and media owners assess campaign impact. This allows marketers to tie media investments to real-world outcomes, accelerating the industry’s shift toward outcome-based planning and optimization. By operating in clean rooms, both NIQ and Snowflake help customers ensure privacy is maintained, data is auditable, and measurement data leaves the clean room according to approved aggregation rules.

The collaboration underscores both companies’ commitment to innovation, consumer privacy, and measurable marketing outcomes in a rapidly evolving media landscape. “We are proud to play a strategic role in the evolution of advertising measurement with NIQ, whose unique data assets and solutions make this possible,” said Dennis Buchheim, Global Head of Media, Entertainment, Advertising & Marketing Technology at Snowflake. “Together, we’re enabling marketers to make smarter, data-driven decisions with confidence, all while prioritizing consumer privacy.”

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