Market Signal Briefing

Cryptocurrencies are down on Friday morning, with Bitcoin trading below $109,000 for the first time since the start of September.

CryptocurrencyTickerPriceBitcoin(CRYPTO: BTC)$108,864.88Ethereum(CRYPTO: ETH)$3,880.82Solana(CRYPTO: SOL)$191.33XRP(CRYPTO: XRP)$2.70Dogecoin(CRYPTO: DOGE)$0.2223Shiba Inu(CRYPTO: SHIB)$0.00001155Notable Statistics:

Coinglass data shows 226,572 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $970.63 million. 
SoSoValue data shows net outflows of $258.5 million from spot Bitcoin ETFs on Wednesday. Spot Ethereum ETFs saw net outflows of $251.2 million.
Trader Notes: Crypto trader Jelle highlighted that Bitcoin is nearing its 200-day moving average cluster, a zone that has consistently acted as a mid-term bottom throughout this cycle.

Ted Pillows said BTC is consolidating above support: a bounce could lift prices toward $112,000, but failure risks a $101,000 retest.

For Ethereum, he noted a bounce from the $3,800 liquidity zone, though it must reclaim $4,060 to trigger upside momentum, otherwise risks dip to $3,600.

AltcoinGordon said that XRP's market structure looks clear, suggesting its next move appears obvious.

Zyn argued Solana may be experiencing its last major dip in Wyckoff accumulation, setting up for a Q4 rally with a $500 target this cycle.

Trader Tardigrade pointed to Dogecoin's monthly RSI strategy, emphasizing accumulation is still in play and DOGE shouldn't be sold until RSI signals the sell zone.

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BTC/USD weekly price chart. Source: TradingView
A divergence such as the current one appeared during the February 2021–April 2022 cycle, when Bitcoin carved out a comparable rising wedge. Back then, BTC broke below its wedge support and crashed from around $47,000 to nearly $15,500, a decline of over 65%.

If the fractal repeats, Bitcoin could face weeks, if not months, of bearish pressure, revisiting lower valuation zones before stabilizing. The $60,000–$63,000 region thus becomes the primary “line in the sand” for bulls to defend.

Macro Factors in Play
It is important to note that macroeconomic conditions differ vastly from the 2021-2022 zone.

Back then, the Federal Reserve was hiking interest rates aggressively, draining liquidity from risk assets. However, the Fed is leaning toward rate cuts today, while Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) inflows remain strong. These differences could soften the extent of any downturn.

Bitcoin slipped to its lowest level in four weeks late Thursday, with Glassnode analysts citing profit-taking by long-term holders and fading institutional demand as reasons behind the king crypto’s devastating trading week.

The largest coin by market cap dropped under $109,000 just over a week after the US Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) cut its benchmark interest rate. The week-long fall took Bitcoin to prices below $109,000, levels not seen since September 4, according to data from TradingView. On Coinbase, Bitcoin traded at $108,700 in late Thursday. 

Although the asset has not yet revisited the $107,500 low recorded on September 1, Glassnode predicts its cooling phase is in the beginning. 

Long-term holders turn to profit-taking
According to the crypto market analytics firm, long-term bitcoin holders have realized around 3.4 million BTC in profits. At the same time, short-term investors are struggling to keep Bitcoin upwards of a critical cost basis near $110,000, and a sustained break below this threshold could accelerate losses.

BTC Realized profit to loss ratio: Source: Glassnode.

Glassnode noted that long-term holder distribution surged around the FOMC decision, with 122,000 BTC being sold monthly. Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) net inflows collapsed from 2,600 BTC per day to almost zero on a seven-day average basis. 

The analysts said the combination of rising sell pressure and fading institutional demand created a vulnerable backdrop for bitcoin.

Glassnode researchers compared current conditions to the steady advance seen in 2015–2017, though they did not include a final surge phase that characterized that period. If $124,000 proves to be the global top, this cycle has so far lasted 1,030 days. That figure closely matches the roughly 1,060-day lengths of the previous two market cycles.

Stop-loss selling could take Bitcoin further into the red-zone
Bitcoin sentiment all round the market seems mostly “gloomy,” as more analysis points to further downside risks. Markus Thielen, head of research at 10x Research, said the coin’s rebound from early September lows “quickly lost momentum.” 

At the time of this publication, BTC prices are hovering near those levels again, and according to Thielen, another spree of stop-loss selling is coming.

According to Glassnode’s data, the cumulative value of capital absorbed into bitcoin, known as “Realized Cap,” has risen in three distinct waves since November 2022 and now stands at $1.06 trillion.

Bitcoin Realized Cap chart. Source: Glassnode.

Realized cap growth in previous cycles was recorded as $4.2 billion between 2011–2015, $85 billion between 2015–2018, and $383 billion between 2018–2022. The current cycle has seen $678 billion in net inflows, nearly 1.8 times the prior cycle.

Unlike earlier phases, where single prolonged waves dominated, this cycle has produced three separate multi-month surges. Each has coincided with heavy profit-taking, with more than 90% of moved coins sold at a profit. 

Per Glassnode’s insight, there is a pattern of cyclical peaks seen in a market stepping back from its third such extreme, which is raising the likelihood of a prolonged cooling phase.

Volatile trading week sends US Dollar upwards 
Bitcoin’s woes began on Monday when prices dropped from $115,500 to $112,000. Although the market recovered some ground mid-week, another selloff on Thursday drove BTC down to $108,600 on Bitstamp.

As expected, gold advocate and long-time bitcoin skeptic Peter Schiff jabbed the crypto community, saying the drop was the “start of a bear market.” 

Bitcoin is not living up to its hype. Priced in gold, Bitcoin is now 20% below its record high set in August. In other words, Bitcoin is in a bear market. Since Bitcoin is promoted as being digital gold, being down 20% in gold is more significant than being down 10% in dollars.

— Peter Schiff (@PeterSchiff) September 23, 2025

Spot gold slipped 0.2% to $3,741.21 per ounce by early Friday in Asia, even as the metal remained up 1.6% for the week. US gold futures for December delivery were steady at $3,771.30. The dollar index hovered near a three-week high, making gold and other dollar-priced assets more expensive for foreign investors.

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Key Takeaways
Why is LINK under pressure this week?
Whales and retail investors are aggressively selling, driving LINK down 16.68% to $20.4 and intensifying downward momentum.

What price levels should traders watch for LINK’s next move?
 LINK faces key support at $20, with a potential drop toward $18.70 if selling continues, while a daily close above $22.2 could signal a bullish reversal.

Since hitting $25 a week ago, Chainlink [LINK] has traded within a descending channel, touching a low of $19. 

At press time, Chainlink was trading at $20.4, representing a 16.68% decline over the past week. 

Amid this market drawdown, investors, especially whales, are panic-exiting their positions. 

Whales are aggressively dumping Chainlink 
Interestingly, as Chainlink continued to drop, investors, including both whales and retail traders, began panic-selling. 

In fact, Chainlink’s spot market has been dominated by Sellers over the past week, as evidenced by Spot taker CVD. At press time, this metric was in red, indicating seller dominance. 

Source: Cryptoquant

Amid this rising selling activity, Onchain Lens uncovered two such transactions from whales.

According to the on-chain monitor, a whale sold 233,094 LINK tokens for $4.85 million and then deposited 10k tokens into OKX. 

Shortly after, another whale followed suit and sold 163,990 LINK tokens worth $3.32 million. In total, these two whales offloaded $8.17 million worth of LINK. 

Typically, when whales turn to selling during a downtrend, it’s either to lock in gains or avoid further losses, a clear sign of warning market confidence. 

Retail also follows suit 
Notably, with large entities exiting, Chainlink’s small-scale investors have also substantially reduced their exposure. 

According to Coinalyze, Chainlink recorded negative Buy Sell Delta for three consecutive days, which have coincided with price drops. 

Source: Coinalyze

In fact, the altcoin saw $6.3 million in Sell Volume compared to $4.8 million in Buy volume over the past day, as of writing. As a result, it has recorded a negative Buy-Sell Delta of $1.5 million, a clear sign of aggressive spot selling. 

Furthermore, exchange activities further echoed this market trend. 

According to CryptoQuant data, Chainlink has recorded positive Exchange flow for three consecutive days. Netflow was 823.7k, indicating higher inflows, a clear sign of intense selling activity. 

Source: CryptoQuant

Historically, when selling pressure dominates the market, an asset faces intense downward pressure, resulting in lower prices. 

Can LINK hold $20 support?
According to AMBCrypto’s analysis, Chainlink has declined consistently as selling pressure from whales and retail mounts. 

As a result, the altcoin’s positive Directional Movement Index (DMI) fell to 13, while its negative index jumped to 21, at press time.

At the same time, its Relative Vigor Index (RVGI) dropped to -0.24, confirming strengthening downward momentum. 

Source: TradingView

Therefore, if sellers continue to dominate, LINK will most likely breach $20 and seek support around $1870. 

Conversely, for a bullish reversal, LINK needs to hold above $20 and make a clear daily close around $22.2. This will strengthen the altcoin, targeting its next significant resistance at $24.49.

American Bitcoin (ABTC), the mining firm tied to Eric Trump and backed by Hut 8, is drawing headlines again – this time for all the wrong reasons. 

CNBC’s Jim Cramer has put the stock under the spotlight, warning retail investors not to expect smooth sailing. What’s the reason for worry now? Let’s dive in. 

Cramer Calls ABTC Pure SpeculationOn his Mad Money Lightning Round, Cramer was blunt. 

“It’s a spec. It’s your one spec, as I say, in how to make money… But that could lose everything. Just so long as you know that, that’s fine,” he told viewers.

.@jimcramer rings the lightning round bell, which means he’s giving his answers to callers’ stock questions at rapid speed. On Thursday, he told one caller that American Bitcoin was speculative.https://t.co/AinxFMpYIr

— Mad Money On CNBC (@MadMoneyOnCNBC) September 26, 2025 The comments came as ABTC shares slipped 4.29% on Thursday, closing at $6.69, in line with a broader pullback across crypto markets.

From Nasdaq Debut to Trump’s Mining VisionAmerican Bitcoin only began trading on Nasdaq in early September after its merger with Gryphon Digital Mining. The company is majority-owned by Hut 8, one of the largest corporate holders of Bitcoin, and is branding itself as the backbone of America’s Bitcoin mining infrastructure.

The political link is hard to miss. 

Eric Trump has been championing a strategy of mining Bitcoin below market cost and holding it in reserves, pitching ABTC as an alternative way to gain exposure to Bitcoin’s growth. This vision ties directly into Donald Trump’s broader push to make the U.S. a leader in crypto mining, which is a stark shift from when he once dismissed Bitcoin as a scam.

Green Mining in a Tough MarketBitcoin mining has always been unforgiving. Energy bills alone can swallow 70–80% of costs, and difficulty levels keep rising every two weeks. Halving events only squeeze margins further.

ABTC’s merger with Gryphon could soften the blow. Gryphon is known for renewable energy strategies, using solar, wind, and hydro to cut costs. If successful, that could give American Bitcoin an edge in a sector where competition from Texas to Kazakhstan is fierce.

Sky-High Valuation, Mixed ReturnsDespite its short trading history, the stock already carries a heavy premium. ABTC trades at a P/E ratio of 39.8x, higher than the U.S. software industry average of 35.4x and far above peers at 11x.

But the fundamentals aren’t keeping pace. Earnings growth has recently turned negative, and profit margins have slipped compared to last year. The stock’s performance has also been choppy, erasing earlier gains and leaving investors questioning whether the optimism is justified.

The Bigger PictureCramer’s warning may sound harsh, but it highlights the crossroads ABTC finds itself at. On one side, there’s the Trump-backed ambition to build America’s Bitcoin backbone with green mining and long-term reserves. On the other, there’s the brutal reality of mining economics, volatile markets, and a stock price that demands a lot from the future.

For now, American Bitcoin remains a high-risk, high-reward bet and one the market will be watching closely.

Story HighlightsThe live price of the Dogecoin is  $ 0.22560331.Analysts project Dogecoin could reach $0.39 by the end of 2025.Long term projection highlights that by 2030 it could even reach the $3 mark.Dogecoin, the original meme coin, has cemented its status as a crypto legend. Known for its viral appeal and a fiercely loyal community, it continues to capture headlines and investor interest. Following Donald Trump’s election win, speculation around a potential Dogecoin ETF fueled a surge in optimism.

Now, that speculation has become a reality. With the September 18 launch of the REX-Osprey DOGE ETF, trading under the ticker DOJE and carrying a 1.5% fee, the path has been cleared for institutional access. This groundbreaking debut makes it the first U.S.-listed spot ETF for Dogecoin and significantly raises the odds for similar approvals from major players like Bitwise and Grayscale before year-ends.As growing optimism and increasing adoption reshape the market, traders are asking: “Will Dogecoin go back up?” and “Can DOGE hit $1?” In this article, we dive into a detailed technical analysis and a long-term Dogecoin price prediction 2025 to 2030.

Keep reading to find out!

Dogecoin Price TodayCryptocurrencyDogecoinTokenDOGEPrice$0.2256 -2.97% Market Cap$ 34,088,592,068.6524h Volume$ 4,115,822,331.34Circulating Supply151,099,696,383.71Total Supply151,099,696,383.71All-Time High$ 0.7376 on 08 May 2021All-Time Low$ 0.0001 on 07 May 2015CoinPedia’s DOGE Price PredictionAccording to CoinPedia’s formulated Dogecoin price projections for 2025, if the trading volume of Dogecoin rises, then we can expect the DOGE price to surge to $1.07 as the year ends.

On the other hand, if the market is hit again by external forces like regulations or negative statements by influencers. Hence, the meme coin might trade at a potential low of $0.62.  

We expect the DOGE price to reach a new swing high of $1.07 by the end of 2025.

YearPotential LowPotential AveragePotential High2025$0.62$0.84$1.07DOGE Price Analysis 2025The Dogecoin price (DOGE) has continued to capture investor attention, primarily due to its history of delivering remarkable returns. 

One notable surge occurred in November 2024, following Donald Trump’s presidential election victory, which propelled the price to a peak of $0.4846 by year-end. However, profit-taking around this peak created a supply zone, triggering a downward trend. 

In January 2025, the DOGE bulls made an effort to sustain the gains from Q4 2024. Yet, the high volume profile resistance at $0.39 proved formidable, pushing the price down to a low of $0.130 by early April.

Interestingly, April’s low is near the demand zone at $0.130 – $0.150 that has previously supported a parabolic rally, and bulls are seen active in this area. Over the past couple of months, this level has been tested several times and has proven strong for bears to break that easily. 

Also, the DOGE in H1’s final week retested this support again after a market-wide rebound, following a ceasefire that was announced in the battle between the US, Israel, and Iran.

Dogecoin Price Targets September 2025Dogecoin (DOGE) spent most of 2025 trading within a large descending triangle pattern, with a bullish attempt in July falling short in August. However, the second half of September brought a major shift in momentum. Fueled by the announcement of the Rex Osprey DOGE ETF (DOJE), the price skyrocketed, breaking out of both a small symmetrical triangle and the larger descending triangle.

As September draws to a close, DOGE’s price is retesting the upper border of the pattern, a critical moment that could determine its near-term trajectory. A renewed demand at this level could spark the next leg of a rally.

Bullish Scenario: The price has already started a powerful move, with a short-term target of $0.39 in the coming weeks. Given DOGE’s history of high-magnitude rallies, an explosive move is not out of the question as the market digests the new institutional exposure.

Bearish Scenario: Despite the bullish momentum, caution is still warranted. If this breakout fails and bears regain control, a drop below the $0.20 support could be a heavy blow, potentially sending DOGE back to the $0.15 level.

MonthPotential Low ($)Potential Average ($)Potential High ($)DOGE Price Target August 20250.100.250.39Moreover, optimism is now growing for the approval of more Dogecoin ETF products, which could spark significant adoption before the end of the year. 

If this institutional demand propels DOGE past the $0.39 resistance, it could target its previous high of $0.484. A sustained rally beyond this point makes a move to the iconic $1.00 mark a real possibility.

However, if the price is rejected at the $0.39 resistance level by the end of 2025, it may retrace back to the $0.13 demand zone. The remainder of 2025 will be crucial for Dogecoin as it navigates these key resistance and support levels, with its trajectory heavily dependent on further institutional interest.

YearPotential Low ($)Potential Average ($)Potential High ($)20250.130.391.00Also Read: Worldcoin Price Prediction 2025, 2026 – 2030!

Dogecoin Price Prediction 2026 – 2030YearPotential Low ($)Potential Average ($)Potential High ($)20260.751.001.2520271.151.351.5020281.251.752.0020291.502.152.6520302.502.753.00This table, based on historical movements, shows DOGE price to reach $3 by 2030 based on compounding market cap each year. This table provides a framework for understanding the potential DOGE price movements. Yet, the actual price will depend on a combination of market dynamics, investor behavior, and external factors influencing the cryptocurrency landscape.

Also Read: Ethereum Price Prediction 2025, 2026 – 2030!

Dogecoin Price Prediction 2031, 2032, 2033, 2040, 2050Based on the historic market sentiments and trend analysis of the altcoin, here are the possible Dogecoin price targets for the longer time frames.

YearPotential Low ($)Potential Average ($)Potential High ($)20313.013.494.0020323.794.475.2520334.965.756.75204014.2219.5025.00205054.99105.00155.00Market AnalysisFirm Name202520262030Changelly$0.205$0.233$1.07Coincodex$0.155$0.115$0.259Binance$0.223$0.235$0.285Can DOGE Break the $1 Barrier?Given DOGE’s success, largely driven by hype with some technical progress, crossing $1 by 2025 remains a realistic possibility. A sustained media frenzy and growing endorsement deals could maintain bullish momentum. Expanded merchant adoption would also strengthen confidence in its long-term viability.

Dogecoin’s Tokenomics and Long-Term OutlookThe future of Dogecoin hinges on its utility. Meme popularity alone may not sustain it indefinitely, but advancements in transaction fees, speed, and business collaborations could help it thrive as a mainstream digital currency. Its large and passionate community will likely continue to drive positive evolution.

ConclusionGiven Dogecoin’s past price behavior, driven largely by online hype and media coverage, it has the potential to reach over $1 in 2025. DOGE has shown remarkable resilience, and key factors like expanded merchant adoption, community growth, and protocol upgrades could enhance its viability.

Also, read Shiba Inu Price Prediction 2025, 2026 – 2030!

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FAQsWill Dogecoin hit $5?

Dogecoin will likely reach $5 in the next decade.

What is Dogecoin’s price prediction for 2025?

DOGE may hit $1.07 by 2025, with a low of $0.62 and an average of $0.84, driven by market trends and adoption.

What is the highest Dogecoin can go by the end of 2030?

DOGE is projected to reach $2.50–$3.00 by 2030, averaging $2.75, fueled by utility and market optimism.

Is Dogecoin a good investment?

Yes, Dogecoin might definitely be a good investment if you are looking to invest for the long term.

Is Dogecoin dead?

No, Dogecoin is not dead right now, the peaks and troughs are normal in the cryptocurrency industry. Major announcements and happenings will eventually drive the price.

What is Dogecoin used for?

Dogecoin was developed as a digital form of payment system, similar to Bitcoin or Litecoin.

How much would the price of Dogecoin be in 2040?

DOGE could range from $14.22 to $25.02 in 2040, averaging $19.62, depending on adoption and market trends.

How much will the DOGE coin price be in 2050?

DOGE may soar to $54.99–$154.91 by 2050, averaging $104.95, driven by long-term utility and hype.

Can Dogecoin reach $1 by 2025?

Yes, DOGE could break $1 by 2025 if trading volume rises and merchant adoption grows, per CoinPedia’s forecast.

Ethereum has fallen below the $4,000 level for the first time since early August, marking a significant shift in market sentiment. After weeks of strong performance, ETH has now lost nearly 20% of its value since September 13, leaving many traders concerned about the next move. The broader market correction has fueled uncertainty, but some analysts argue this is a necessary reset that could prepare the ground for renewed growth.

Top analyst Darkfost highlights that Ethereum’s Open Interest is experiencing one of its biggest resets. He notes that after an extended period of bullish momentum, excess leverage has been punished, leading to a sharp contraction in positions. This decline is especially visible on Binance, where much of the recent ETH trading activity has taken place.

While the drop in price and sentiment appears negative, analysts see potential positives in this reset. Lower Open Interest often reduces the risk of cascading liquidations and allows the market to stabilize. For Ethereum, this moment may serve as a critical test of its ability to hold strong levels of support and set the stage for its next move once bullish momentum returns.

Ethereum’s Open Interest Reset Marks a Turning Point
Darkfost explains that the recent shift in Ethereum’s Open Interest is not only significant but also one of the sharpest resets observed since the start of 2024. Historically, such resets follow periods where excessive leverage pushes Open Interest to unsustainable levels, as was the case for ETH in recent weeks. The cryptocurrency had been attracting a large share of market attention, fueled by ETF enthusiasm and strong accumulation patterns, which left it vulnerable to sharp liquidations.

Ethereum Open Interest by Exchange | Source: Darkfost
Once liquidations accumulate and Open Interest falls, the immediate selling pressure often begins to ease. This tends to create conditions where the market can stabilize and, in some cases, prepare for recovery. The dynamic can be seen as a “cleansing” effect, flushing out overextended traders and restoring balance to the market structure.

In detail, Binance recorded the steepest monthly average decline, with more than $3 billion in Open Interest wiped out on September 23rd, followed by another $1 billion yesterday. Bybit also faced a reduction of $1.2 billion, while OKX dropped around $580 million. These figures underscore the scale of the reset across major derivatives platforms.

This contraction reflects a broader market reset, unwinding an environment that had become dangerously over-leveraged. For Ethereum, it may mark the beginning of a healthier phase, where reduced speculative pressure allows organic demand and fundamentals to play a stronger role in shaping the next trend.

Price Action Insights: Testing Critical Levels
Ethereum (ETH) is trading near $3,939, marking a sharp decline of over 5% in the latest session and extending its correction since the early September peak above $4,700. This drop has brought ETH below the key $4,000 psychological level for the first time since August, signaling rising selling pressure.

ETH testing previous resistance as support | Source: ETHUSDT chart on TradingView
The chart shows ETH breaking down after forming a double top pattern around the $4,700–$4,800 range, a classic bearish signal that suggested exhaustion of upward momentum. The rejection from this zone has now pushed ETH closer to its 50-day moving average (blue), which previously acted as strong support during the rally. A decisive close below this line could open the door to a deeper retrace toward the 200-day moving average (red), now positioned near $3,100–$3,200.

Despite the current weakness, ETH remains in a broader uptrend when viewed from the July low near $2,200. That rebound established a strong bullish structure, and as long as ETH holds above the $3,500–$3,600 region, the long-term outlook remains constructive. For now, bulls must reclaim $4,200 to regain momentum, while failure to hold current levels may accelerate selling pressure and test deeper supports in the coming sessions.

Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView

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Google is all set to acquire a 5.4% stake in Cipher Mining, a Bitcoin mining company, in exchange for guaranteeing part of the payment in the deal between Fluidstack (an AI-focused data center company) and Cipher Mining.

Fluidstack and Cipher Mining have entered into a 10-year contract worth $3B, under which Fluidstack will lease Cipher Mining’s computing power.
Since this is such a large amount, Google has stepped in to guarantee $1.4B of Fluidstack’s obligation.
In return, Cipher Mining will issue share warrants that give Google a 5.4% ownership stake (24M shares) in the company.

This isn’t the first time Google has done this. Earlier in August, the tech giant acquired a 14% stake in TeraWulf, another Bitcoin mining company, by backstopping $1.8B out of its $3.7B deal with Fluidstack.

Read on as we explore Google’s newfound interest in Bitcoin mining firms, and highlight the best altcoins to buy now to make the most of this industry shift.

Bitcoin Miners Moving Towards AI
Google’s foray into Bitcoin mining firms isn’t just a long bet on cryptocurrency but also a calculated investment in artificial intelligence.

Here’s a key correlation to pay attention to: both AI and Bitcoin mining require enormous amounts of raw compute and massive power capacity to operate. Both rely heavily on specialized GPUs and cheap bulk electricity.

Bitcoin miners, having existed for more than a decade, already have access to giant data centers with racks, cooling, and robust power infrastructure.

In contrast, the AI industry has to build this from scratch. This is why many Bitcoin mining firms have been pivoting toward a hybrid revenue model by investing in the high-performance computing (HPC) segment.

CleanSpark recently raised $100M by using Bitcoin as collateral, a portion of which has been reserved for AI infrastructure.
Similarly, Hive Digital has been investing in advanced GPUs to expand its HPC segment.

Google has spotted this pivot, which explains why it has been aggressively acquiring stakes in Bitcoin mining companies.

The financial backing of a tech behemoth like Google is a huge vote of confidence in the long-term sustainability of crypto infrastructure.

By investing in Bitcoin mining firms, Google is strengthening their financial footing, which leads to a more stable crypto economy.

Fresh HPC deals bring new liquidity and credibility to the wider mining and crypto space, transforming miners into mainstream AI-driven compute giants.

All in all, this could be your cue to build a crypto portfolio along these lines. If you’re looking for ideas, here are our top picks for best crypto to buy now.

1. Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) – New Bitcoin Layer-2 Bringing Ultra-Fast Speeds, Low Fees & Web3 Support
Investing in Bitcoin’s long-term potential is undoubtedly one of the smartest moves you could make in your crypto investing career.

And to help you do just that – while adding an extra slice of profitability – comes Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER), a new Bitcoin-themed altcoin currently in presale.

It’s a next-gen Layer-2 solution for Bitcoin that tackles the network’s age-old issues of slow transactions and high costs.

Unlike Bitcoin’s native chain, which processes transactions one by one, $HYPER leverages SSolana Virtual Machine (SVM) integration to execute thousands of transactions in parallel, provided they’re not interdependent.

The result? Significantly higher throughput and lower costs.

On top of that, the SVM empowers developers to finally build smart contracts and decentralized applications on Bitcoin, bringing a full-fledged Web3 infrastructure to the network.

This includes DeFi trading apps, NFT marketplaces, DAOs and governance, lending, staking, and much more.

One of the most important elements of Hyper’s Web3 environment is its decentralized, non-custodial canonical bridge.

Simply put, it allows you to convert your Layer 1 Bitcoin, which is normally incompatible with Layer 2s, into wrapped Bitcoin that’s fully compatible with Bitcoin Hyper’s Layer 2 network.

Currently in presale, Bitcoin Hyper has already attracted over $18.3M from early investors, with each token still priced at just $0.012975. Here’s how to buy $HYPER.

Even better, according to our Bitcoin Hyper price prediction, the token could absolutely go bonkers once it lists, potentially delivering returns of up to 2,300% by the end of this year alone.

Visit Bitcoin Hyper’s official website to learn more.

2. Snorter Token ($SNORT) – Revolutionary Telegram Trading Bot for Meme Coin Sniping
Like Bitcoin Hyper, Snorter Token ($SNORT) is built to tackle a critical issue in the crypto landscape: the unfair dominance of institutional players in the meme coin trading segment.

Up until now, big-money whales with advanced tools have been able to scoop up nearly all the liquidity in new meme coins, leaving nothing for the average Joe and keeping those monstrous gains for themselves.

Snorter’s game-changing Telegram trading bot, however, flips the script by letting you place buy and sell limit and stop orders in advance.

Then, its sub-second sniping automatically executes those trades as soon as liquidity kicks in, finally giving retail traders a shot at playing in the big leagues.

Plus, you don’t have to worry about scammers and hackers troubling you. Snorter comes packed with safeguards against rug pulls, honeypots, common on-chain scams, and even sophisticated sandwich attacks.

The best part about Snorter, though, is its ease of use. All you have to do to place orders, manage your crypto portfolio, or even enable the bot’s copy-trading function is send simple commands in the familiar Telegram chat.

So even if you’re new to meme coin trading, it’ll feel like a breeze to use.

Buying $SNORT, the bot’s native crypto, gives you access to a host of exclusive benefits, including reduced trading fees of just 0.85% versus the regular 1.5%, staking rewards, no daily sniping limits, and advanced analytics.

The project is currently in presale and has already raised over $4.1M. The good news is you can still buy $SNORT for just $0.1055 apiece.

Lastly, according to our Snorter Token price prediction, this new cryptocurrency could hit $0.94 by the end of 2025, potentially delivering a chunky 800% ROI.

Visit Snorter Token’s official website to learn more.

3. Dogecoin ($DOGE) – Prominent Meme Coin Prepping for a Fresh Leg Up
Dogecoin ($DOGE) is probably the only meme coin in the market that has moved beyond plain speculation and into the territory of being, for lack of a better word, a blue-chip crypto.

On the technical side, after a sweltering 23,000% rally in early 2021, the token has mostly moved sideways with a few bumps here and there, but nothing of real substance.

That said, the recent ETF announcements and launches – most notably the REX-Osprey DOGE ETF – have injected fresh fuel into the token, and experts believe now could be the best time to buy some $DOGE before it explodes.

According to famous crypto analyst Ali Martinez, who has over 157K followers on X, ‘This is a great zone to buy Dogecoin before a bullish breakout to $0.50!’

Ali highlighted that Dogecoin is currently in an ascending triangle pattern, firmly supported by an upward trend line while aggressively approaching its upper resistance. A breakout here could send the token soaring to new highs.

While Ali suggests $0.50 as the most realistic target, it’s highly possible $DOGE rallies further and hits $0.75 on the back of the broader bullish sentiment in the crypto market.

That would be more than a 220% gain from current levels. So even after maturing, Dogecoin is still staring at triple-digit gains, which is proof of both its potential and its dominance.

Interested? Buy $DOGE on Binance or any of the other major crypto exchanges.

Recap: With Google foraying into Bitcoin miners and AI-driven compute, now’s the perfect time to load up on low-priced, high-upside gems like Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER), Snorter Token ($SNORT), and Dogecoin ($DOGE).

Disclaimer: Crypto investments are highly risky. None of the above is financial advice. Always do your own research before investing.

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XRP price has dropped more than 5%, slipping below $2.75 and hitting its lowest level in a month. This sudden fall has made many traders fear a bigger crash, with some even warning of a full “capitulation.” But according to popular analyst CrediBULL Crypto, the panic may be unnecessary. 

He believes that while the short-term chart looks weak, the larger trend still points towards a bullish surge.

Ripple XRP Price Crash AheadAccording to CrediBULL Crypto, the chart causing panic is being misunderstood when looked at alone. Zooming out to a higher timeframe (HTF), the current price is part of a larger bullish pattern, shown in an orange circle on the chart. This shows that despite short-term ups and downs, XRP’s overall trend remains positive.

The analyst noted that XRP could dip below $2.65, its triple-low level, if Bitcoin falls under $105,000. This could push XRP toward the $2–$2.40 zone, a drop of about 10-15% from current prices.

CrediBULL Crypto stressed that this isn’t true capitulation. Short-term pullbacks like this are normal during market corrections and don’t change the long-term bullish outlook for XRP.

When Will XRP Price Bounce Back?Analyzing the chart further, CrediBULL shows that the bigger market structure remains intact. On higher timeframes, XRP is still following a bullish setup. He highlighted that XRP is likely to be one of the first coins to bounce back when the overall market recovers. 

The HTF demand levels show strong support, making this dip a potential buying opportunity rather than a sign of weakness. Historically, coins that stabilize early during a pullback often rebound strongly, outperforming others when new market highs are reached.

What Next for XRP?As of now, XRP is holding just above $2.75. The key question is whether buyers can protect the $2.60–$2.74 zone. 

If this support holds, XRP could bounce back toward $2.95 and even $3.08. But if the token slips under this range, the next big test will be at $2.60. A break below that could push XRP down to $2.40, making it a deeper correction.

TLDR:

Aster confirmed all XPL perp users were fully reimbursed in USDT after abnormal price moves.
The issue caused liquidations but was resolved quickly, with funds returned directly to user accounts.
ASTER price trades at $1.85 after losing 7% in 24 hours but is up 193% over the past week.
Traders eye $1.94 breakout or $1.64 breakdown for direction, according to market analyst Mags.

The crypto community watched closely this week as Aster moved to settle losses from its XPL perpetual trading pair glitch. The exchange announced that all affected accounts have now been reimbursed in USDT. 

The payout followed a period of volatility that triggered forced liquidations. Traders welcomed the quick action and the transparency shown throughout the process. Price action for ASTER continues to draw attention as the market decides its next move.

Aster had earlier flagged the incident, citing abnormal price movements on XPL perps. The exchange assured users that their funds were secure and began a review to identify all liquidated positions. 

Compensation for the XPL perp incident has now been fully distributed. All affected users have received reimbursement directly in USDT to their accounts.

We appreciate your patience and understanding throughout this process. For any further questions, please submit a ticket via… https://t.co/Wp0en9vm44

— Aster (@Aster_DEX) September 26, 2025

Once the review was completed, the team confirmed that reimbursements would be credited directly to user accounts. This was later followed by confirmation that distribution was complete.

Mags, a well-followed trader on X, pointed out that ASTER was already down 29% from its recent top before this correction. 

He suggested that a breakdown below $1.64 would turn the trend bearish, while a breakout above $1.94 could confirm further upside. His post emphasized the tight range currently holding price action.

$ASTER – Plan ✍️

$1.64 breakdown = bearish
$1.94 breakout = bullish
Anything in between = Chop

Before the last leg up price took a -36% pullback from its swing high. We are already down -29%

Looking good so far. pic.twitter.com/OjdlqTxoLG

— Mags (@thescalpingpro) September 26, 2025

ASTER Price Holds After Sharp Weekly Gain
Per data from CoinGecko, ASTER is trading at $1.85 at press time. The token has dropped 7.08% in the past 24 hours. Despite the pullback, it remains up 193% over the last seven days, keeping bullish sentiment alive among traders.

Market watchers are looking for a decisive move from the current range. The $1.94 resistance level is seen as a key breakout area. 

A rejection could mean further consolidation or a retest of support near $1.64. Volumes remain high, suggesting traders are closely watching for confirmation.

The quick reimbursement has kept confidence intact for now. Aster continues to encourage users to raise any concerns via its Discord ticketing system. This approach is seen as part of its effort to maintain trust after the brief disruption in trading.

ASter price on CoinGecko

HyperVault developers executed a rug pull on their Hyperliquid-based DeFi platform, draining approximately $3.6 million in user funds before disappearing and deleting all social media accounts, with the stolen funds bridged from Hyperliquid to Ethereum and 752 ETH deposited into Tornado Cash to obscure transaction trails.

Bitcoin’s (BTC) latest slide has not only rattled traders but also reshaped its wealth distribution at a breathtaking pace. 

Finbold research, drawing on data acquired from BitInfoCharts and verified via the Wayback Machine web archive tool, shows that between September 22 and September 26, the network shed 7,699 millionaire addresses, 1,116 wallets Bitcoin millionaires wiped out every day on average.

On September 22, the count of millionaire wallets stood at 167,278. Four days later, that number had collapsed to 162,879. Even at the higher tiers, erosion was visible: multi-millionaire wallets (worth over $10 million) fell from 21,952 to 21,887, suggesting that even whales were not fully insulated from the downturn.

Bitcoin millionaire rich list. Source: BitInfoCharts
Bitcoin price correction
The wipeout ties directly to Bitcoin’s sharp correction this week. After starting September 22 near $116,000, BTC has since slipped to just above $109,000, erasing roughly $150 billion from its market capitalization. Every leg lower brought a wave of addresses beneath the $1 million mark, underscoring how closely the millionaire count is tethered to price thresholds.

Interestingly, this latest drop also comes against a broader backdrop of altcoin underperformance and a $150 billion wipeout across the entire crypto market. Bitcoin’s dominance has firmed slightly as smaller assets bled more heavily, but that has done little to cushion the blow for high-value holders.

For context, millionaire Bitcoin wallets were around 170,578 in late July, meaning the September collapse is part of a longer downtrend. That context matters: Bitcoin millionaire counts are not simply a function of price; they are also shaped by distribution trends. Consolidation among whales, ETF inflows and outflows, and exchange custody shifts all play a role in whether addresses appear or disappear from the $1 million club.

Finally, while wallet-based counts are not a perfect proxy for individual holders, since a single investor may control multiple addresses, while exchanges often pool customer funds in shared wallets, they remain one of the clearest indicators of how wealth concentrations shift during Bitcoin’s volatile cycles. The contraction illustrates how quickly “on-paper” wealth evaporates when prices buckle.

Bitcoin sinks below $109k wiping $170 billion from crypto market Oluwapelumi Adejumo · 7 mins ago · 2 min read

Bitcoin drops below short-term holder realized price as leveraged crypto positions face market sell-off.

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Updated: Sep. 26, 2025 at 11:52 am UTC

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The crypto market is reeling after a sharp reversal that erased nearly all of its recent gains, with Bitcoin falling below $109,000, and Ethereum slipping under $4,000.

The sell-off has left traders grappling with high volatility, forced liquidations, and a renewed sense of caution across digital assets.

FOMC hangoverTimothy Misir, head of research at BRN, described the current downturn as a “post-FOMC hangover,” while pointing out that Bitcoin price dropped to as low as $108,652 during the week.

According to Misir:

“The move flushed highly leveraged longs and prompted a swift repricing: volatility spiked, puts were bought aggressively, and front-end skew moved materially higher.”

Notably, this price slump dipped below BTC’s short-term holder realized price of $109,700 for the first time in five months, signaling stress among recent buyers.

Bitcoin Short Term Holders Realized Price (Source: JA Maarturn)Ethereum mirrored the weakness, dropping to its lowest level since early August. Solana fell under $200, and the total crypto market capitalization shed about $170 billion in 24 hours as risk aversion gripped investors.

CryptoQuant analyst JA Maarturn pointed out that this current sell-off represents a significant cleanup in risk-on positioning. He estimated that $11.8 billion in leveraged altcoin bets and $3.2 billion in speculative Bitcoin positions have been flushed out, effectively resetting risk appetite across the market

What next?Despite this decline, analysts at Matrixport have argued that the derivatives markets are flashing mixed signals for crypto investors.

“Funding costs, leverage, and volumes across BTC, ETH, and SOL highlight both fragility and opportunity,” they noted, pointing to clustering signals around key on-chain thresholds that often precede major breakouts.

They added that Bitcoin is nearing the apex of a symmetrical triangle, a technical formation that previously preceded decisive moves.

However, with option traders already positioning near the critical $110,000 zone, any deviation from the seasonal volatility pattern, which typically ramps up in mid-October, could spark an earlier breakout or deeper correction.

They concluded:

“Emerging patterns in skew, open interest, and volatility suggest the next phase of the cycle may unfold very differently from the last.”

Bitcoin Market DataAt the time of press 11:52 am UTC on Sep. 26, 2025, Bitcoin is ranked #1 by market cap and the price is down 2.48% over the past 24 hours. Bitcoin has a market capitalization of $2.17 trillion with a 24-hour trading volume of $74.24 billion. Learn more about Bitcoin ›

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Key NotesMarket sentiment was further shaken after Ethereum co-founder Jeffrey Wilcke moved 1,500 ETH to the Kraken exchange.Ethereum price is seeing strong selling pressure, with futures interest crashing 7%, to $54 billion.Spot Ethereum outflows have surged past $250 million, led by Fidelity’s FETH at $158 million.
Ethereum

ETH
$3 883

24h volatility:
3.4%

Market cap:
$469.21 B

Vol. 24h:
$57.96 B

price has crashed another 4% in the last 24 hours, slipping under the crucial support of $4,000. Some market experts believe that if ETH doesn’t recover, it could see another 30% drop from here. On the other hand, Ethereum co-founder Jeffrey Wilcke moving 15000 ETH to crypto exchange Kraken has shaken the market sentiment.

Ethereum Price In A Critical Stage
Crypto analyst Ali Martinez has highlighted key Ethereum price levels, stating that a break above $4,841 is needed to reverse the current downtrend. Citing the MVRV price bands, the analyst noted that failing to surpass this level could lead to a deeper ETH correction to $2,750.

Ethereum $ETH must break $4,841 to reverse the downtrend and aim for $5,864. Fail, and a correction to $2,750 comes into play. pic.twitter.com/ltgOtwXAWu

— Ali (@ali_charts) September 26, 2025

Another crypto analyst, Daan Crypto Trades, validated this thesis, noting that the latest red candle formation goes deep under the $4,000 support. He said bulls face a steep challenge to push the weekly candle higher before the close.

Thus, a failure to hold above the ~$4,100 level could signal further downward movement in the coming days and weeks. Daan added that if the price begins a slow recovery instead, it could set up a favorable scenario for a “real” breakout.

He highlighted that ETH has fallen nearly 20% in 12 days, with leveraged positions being flushed out, making it difficult even for treasury-backed companies like BitMine to keep up.

$ETH Breaking down back within its larger range.

The bulls got some work to do to try and get this weekly candle back up before the close, seems unlikely at this point. If that were to indeed fail, and the weekly closes below the ~$4.1K level, watch closely if there's additional… pic.twitter.com/W9DryFsnCM

— Daan Crypto Trades (@DaanCrypto) September 25, 2025

However, outflows from spot Ethereum have surged to more than $250 million on September 25. Fidelity’s FETH has seen the most outflows at $158 million, according to the data from Farside Investors.

ETH Co-founder Moves 1500 ETH to Kraken
Ethereum co-founder Jeffrey Wilcke may be preparing to sell some of his Ether holdings after transferring approximately 1,500 ETH to the crypto exchange Kraken on Sept. 25.

Jeffrey Wilcke, the Co-founder of #Ethereum, just deposited 1,500 $ETH($5.99M) into #Kraken.https://t.co/v8vvamvA0Xhttps://t.co/Kuuq94LDYI pic.twitter.com/nunSFyIj0l

— Lookonchain (@lookonchain) September 25, 2025

The transfer, valued at around $6 million at an ETH price of $3,938, was tracked by on-chain analytics platform Lookonchain. The move coincided with Ether’s recent dip from $4,000 to roughly $3,900.

While moving cryptocurrency to an exchange does not necessarily indicate a sale, Wilcke has a history of large transfers.

Historical data from May 2025 shows Wilcke transferred 105,736 ETH ($262 million) to Kraken, sparking debate

So I bet he will sell more in the future
I expect it to dump below 3500

— #HEX #Whale #SFamisland Blessed.TRX🍌🦅 (@LongedBitcoin) September 25, 2025

In August, he deposited $9.22 million worth of ETH to Kraken and had previously moved $262 million, much of which was reportedly redistributed to newly created wallets rather than sold. Wilcke later reposted a comment on X speculating that he might sell more ETH in the future.

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The bigger dog is gaining momentum fairly fast right now.

Every crypto bull market tries to borrow a little magic from the last one, particularly when it comes to the most popular meme coins like Dogecoin (DOGE -2.98%) and its younger cousin Shiba Inu (SHIB -1.28%). But sometimes, the blueprint for success changes, like it is right now.

And in the new regime, Dogecoin has the clearer path to outperform Shiba Inu from here, even if it doesn't warrant being one of your core holdings. Let's dive in and explore why.

Image source: Getty Images.

Dogecoin just added real on-ramps and is flirting with building new capabilities
The first big shift that's powering Dogecoin beyond Shiba Inu is investor access.

On that front, the REX-Osprey Doge ETF, an exchange-traded fund that gives investors exposure to the meme coin, began trading on Sept. 18, with strong volume suggesting plenty of demand. ETFs hold assets and trade on an exchange like a stock, which means that those with brokerage accounts and retirement accounts can buy shares, so there's now a large new population of investors (and their capital) who can buy Dogecoin. Other Dogecoin ETFs are also under consideration, and could potentially be approved as soon as next month.

Another factor is that corporate treasuries as well as dedicated crypto treasury companies are accumulating Dogecoin. In September, a business called CleanCore disclosed it held 600 million coins in its treasury program, with multiple purchases and a strategy to hold the crypto as a primary reserve asset; its goal is to eventually accumulate 5% of the entire circulating supply. It isn't the only big buyer, and others could come forward soon, provided that the market remains hot.

The final new thing is that for the first time in a long time, developers are seriously discussing making upgrades to Dogecoin and pushing the protocol forward. One proposal, to add native verification of zero-knowledge (ZK) cryptographic proofs, would enable the launch of new Layer-2 (L2) chains and smart contract-style decentralized applications (dApps). Those changes would mark a major technical advancement for the chain, and thereby create the possibility of regularly burning tokens as part of users' usage fees, which would grant the coin its first value-generating mechanism ever. Such an addition would be a boon for the very sparse investment thesis for buying Dogecoin, though it's important to note there's a long distance between these proposals and effective implementation that creates favorable new economics for holders.

Put together, Dogecoin now has some distribution within financial institutions, early signs of balance sheet adoption, and a plausible path to expand functionality to generate more value. It hasn't ever experienced any of these three tailwinds before, and all three could potentially deliver long-term growth.

Shiba Inu's expansion plans have not played out
Much like Dogecoin, Shiba Inu's core advantage is community energy. That's how it went to the moon in 2021, and that's what allows it to have a market cap of about $7.1 billion today.

But the institutional pathways that just opened for Dogecoin have not opened for Shiba Inu in the same way, and they might not ever. There is no approved Shiba Inu ETF in the U.S, though that might eventually change. Nor are there any Shiba Inu digital asset treasury companies, nor any disclosed corporate accumulators.

On the fundamentals, Shiba Inu's L2 network, the Shibarium, was launched to lower costs and add utility -- which is to say, it already made an attempt at what Dogecoin is now considering trying. In practice, the Shibarium is barely used, and it doesn't have a clear purpose or much of any demonstrated utility. Nor do its economics have a clear way of adding value to the main chain and thus boosting the native token's price.

So Dogecoin has at least three clear advantages that should -- in theory -- power its outperformance over Shiba Inu. Assuming Dogecoin's new ETF channel brings steady capital inflows and a few more companies try the treasury approach, it's hard to see how Shiba Inu, with none of the above, could possible one-up it.

On the other hand, buyers should be clear-eyed. Neither of these assets have cash flows or demonstrated utility, and sentiment, while favorable at the moment for Dogecoin in particular, can and will cut both ways eventually. You shouldn't be buying either of these cryptocurrencies.

For now, watch the capital flows, watch what the developers are actually working on, and wait for real utility to show up in the data before even considering committing any capital. Dogecoin's next act is starting, and in due time, it might yet turn its silly brand into something valuable.

Alex Carchidi has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

Solana (SOL) has been making headlines recently after a 35% rise since May. The broader crypto market rally, which began in July following the passage of the Genius Act, has supported this move. The legislation was seen as a positive shift for stablecoin-focused blockchains, with Solana among the main beneficiaries.

Price Action and ResistanceSOL is now approaching important resistance levels against both Bitcoin and Ethereum. This suggests its recent strength could ease in the short term. On-chain data also shows a steady decline in active wallets since early 2025, a trend that often signals caution for traders. Still, if the overall market continues higher, SOL is expected to follow.

DeFi Growth and Capital FlowsDespite weaker wallet activity, Solana’s total value locked (TVL) in DeFi has reached record highs. Most of this growth appears to come from new capital moving in, including from real-world assets (RWAs). This inflow shows that liquidity on Solana is expanding and that the ecosystem is continuing to attract investment.

Price OutlookAnalysts see a short-term target for SOL between $350 and $375 if it breaks above $250 resistance. Failure to hold could mean a move back to $125. Longer term, the coin could climb toward $500, supported by technical patterns and increasing adoption.

At the time of writing, SOL is trading at $196 and is down by more than 3% in the last 24 hours.

XRP is projected to reach $4.5–$5 in this cycle, which would give it a $300 billion market cap. For Solana to move ahead, it would need to surpass this figure. That would place SOL closer to $600–$700. Whether this happens depends on Solana’s roadmap milestones, capital inflows, and continued ecosystem growth.

XRP trades at $2.76 as analysts debate $3.20 upside or $2.20 downside, with liquidity and ETF news shaping trader sentiment.

Bitcoin has been underperforming since the start of the week, losing over 6% of its value in the last seven days. The recent rate cut hasn't caused a pump as many expected, with technical indicators suggesting further downward movement for Bitcoin.

Glassnode warns BTC shows signs of exhaustion, with long-term holders realizing 3.4 million BTC in profitsETF netflows have dropped to near zero as LTH selling surged, raising risks of deeper declines.Despite bearish signals, October has historically delivered strong gains, fueling hopes that “Uptober” could spark a rebound.Bitcoin (BTC) faces heightened downside risks following a recent breach of a key level, according to on-chain analytics firm Glassnode. Furthermore, other metrics also suggest the market could be headed for a deeper correction, with sentiment showing signs of strain after the FOMC rally.

However, many analysts believe that the upcoming ‘Uptober’ could prove bullish for BTC. The asset may find seasonal tailwinds that could stabilize price action and spark renewed optimism.

Why Bitcoin’s Price May Drop FurtherSponsored

In their latest analysis, Glassnode noted that Bitcoin is showing signs of ‘exhaustion’ after the Fed rate cut last week, which pushed the price to $117,000.

“Bitcoin has transitioned into a corrective phase, echoing a textbook ‘buy the rumour, sell the news’ pattern,” Glassnode wrote.

Moreover, underlying metrics suggest vulnerability. The firm highlighted that long-term holders (LTHs) have made massive profits during this phase, realizing around 3.4 million BTC in gains. 

This is higher than in any previous cycle. Glassnode added that such large-scale distribution by long-term holders has historically coincided with market tops.

“Unlike the single prolonged waves of earlier cycles, this cycle has seen three distinct multi-month surges. The Realized Profit/Loss Ratio shows that each time profit-taking exceeded 90% of coins moved, marking cyclical peaks. Having just stepped away from the third such extreme, probabilities favour a cooling phase ahead,” the analysts stated.

Bitcoin’s Cumulative LTH Realized Profit. Source: GlassnodeSponsored

Meanwhile, a slowdown in fresh demand compounded this pressure. ETF netflows collapsed from 2,600 BTC per day to near zero, just as LTH selling accelerated.

“ETF inflows have so far balanced LTH selling, but with little margin for error. Around the FOMC, LTH distribution surged to 122k BTC/month, while ETF netflows (7D-SMA) collapsed from 2.6k BTC/day to nearly zero. The combination of rising sell pressure and fading institutional demand created a fragile backdrop, setting the stage for weakness,” the analysis read.

In addition, spot markets showed signs of stress as volumes spiked during the post-FOMC sell-off. Futures markets experienced sharp deleveraging, with open interest dropping by billions of dollars.

Options markets also turned defensive, with put demand surging and skew rising sharply, underlining traders’ caution. Amid this, Glassnode pointed out that $111,800, the short-term holder cost basis, is an important level to sustain.

“With spot and futures under stress, the short-term holder cost basis at $111k is the key level to hold or risk deeper cooling,” the firm stressed.

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Now, since Bitcoin has already slipped below the cost basis, the probability of further declines has increased significantly. Analyst Quinten Francois suggested that while the outlook is not particularly bullish in the short term, the market may lean sideways rather than an immediate bearish breakdown.

“BTC fell under the $111.8k support and the uptrend support. Made its daily close under these important levels. I think we’re in a no-trade zone and see which direction we go. Might go sideways and liquidity flowing to alts, since the BTC.D is still very bearish,” Francois remarked.

Can Uptober Save Bitcoin? Historical Data Suggests Strong Gains
Despite these headwinds, seasonal factors offer a bullish counterpoint. October, often dubbed ‘Uptober’ in cryptocurrency circles, has historically been one of Bitcoin’s strongest months. Data from Coinglass revealed that BTC has posted an average return of 21.89% in the month.

Bitcoin Monthly Returns. Source: CoinglassSponsored

Furthermore, analyst Darkfost noted that over the past 16 years, BTC has closed October in the red only four times. 

“If you had invested in BTC on October 1st, you would have ended up in profit 12 times since 2009, with a maximum monthly return of 213% in 2010. Looking more recently since 2020, a simple October 1st investment in BTC would have yielded between 7.5% and 30.5% within the month alone. After this, it’s hard to argue that BTC has no seasonality at all, although it could also be part of a broader seasonal effect across financial markets,” he posted.

This performance has raised market hopes of a potential rally in the upcoming month.

As Bitcoin trades below key support levels, the coming weeks will test whether the asset will fulfill its Uptober promises or if the correction will continue. 

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World Liberty Financial will launch a WLFI token buyback and burn after a 41% price drop in September, aiming to cut supply and stabilize value.

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The Trump family-backed decentralized finance (DeFi) project World Liberty Financial will launch a token buyback and burn program next week after WLFI tokens lost 41% of their value in September.

On Friday, World Liberty announced that its team will implement the token buyback and burn mechanism next week. The project said the initiative would be publicly disclosed, promising to share updates on each buyback and burn once they are conducted.

Token buybacks and burning mechanisms are usually implemented to absorb selling pressure when prices drop. Buybacks are when companies repurchase their tokens, while burning sends the tokens to an unusable address. Both mechanisms essentially lower the amount of tokens circulating in the market. 

The implementation of a buyback and burn strategy for WLFI tokens follows a steep decline in value in September. According to CoinGecko, WLFI traded at $0.19 on Friday, about 41% lower than its all-time high of $0.33 on Sept. 1.

Source: WLFIWLFI buyback and burn follows governance voteThe implementation of a token buyback and burning mechanism for its treasury liquidity fees follows a community vote, which passed with 99% approval from holders. 

With this, the WLFI team will collect the fees generated from its liquidity positions on Ethereum, BNB Chain and Solana, and use the funds to purchase WLFI on the open market. These will then be sent to a burn address and permanently removed from circulation. 

The WLFI team said in the proposal that the mechanism will directly reduce supply, saying that every trade will remove WLFI from circulation. This implies that the implementation would help stabilize the price as the asset becomes more scarce. 

The team also said the move aligns with platform growth, as more fees will mean that more WLFI will be burned.

However, the team also clarified that only fees from WLFI-controlled liquidity are included in the burning mechanism. The project said that community or third-party liquidity pools are not affected. 

Unclear on how many tokens will be burnedSome speculated that the burning mechanism would eliminate about 4 million WLFI tokens on a daily basis, eliminating nearly 2% of the total supply in a year. However, it’s unclear from the proposal how many tokens the team will buy back and burn starting next week.

Cointelegraph reached out to World Liberty Financial for more information, but did not receive a response by publication. 

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"Rich Dad Poor Dad" author Robert Kiyosaki warns of mass firings, here's his "Rich Dad" advice

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Robert Kiyosaki, who is best known as the author of "Rich Dad Poor Dad" and one of Bitcoin's most vocal advocates, has once again broken social media with a blunt warning as Washington faces another government shutdown standoff.

In a post on X, Kiyosaki wrote that people should ask themselves whether they are "in line to be fired," calling job security a "joke" and adding that now might be the time to think about becoming an entrepreneur instead of relying on an employer's payroll.

Kiyosaki's post comes at a time when markets are getting ready for some nasty changes. Since 1976, the U.S. has had 22 shutdowns of varying scale. The longest one in 2018 lasted 34 days, and it happened when the market was at its lowest point. After that, stocks and Bitcoin both started to recover. 

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GOVERNMENT SHUT DOWN? MASS FIRINGS?
ARE YOU IN LINE TO BE FIRED?

Got the message?

Job security is a joke.

May be time to consider being an entrepreneur….not an employee.

Take care.

— Robert Kiyosaki (@theRealKiyosaki) September 25, 2025 History shows us that shutdowns tend to be short-lived, lasting around 2-4 weeks on average. But the uncertainty often leads to some volatility in risk assets.

Bitcoin not immuneLast year, when things looked a bit uncertain in March, BTC went up 16% in the week before the deadline, rising from $62,700 to $73,600. 

On the day the government was expected to close, the rally stalled, and Bitcoin entered a 211-day accumulation stretch between $72,700 and $49,161 before eventually breaking higher to set its annual peak above $108,000.

Kiyosaki's message fits into a bigger picture he has been talking about for years: regular jobs and savings based on the government or the banks are not so solid when there is political deadlock and money problems, but starting your own business and having physical assets like Bitcoin can give you more freedom.

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After soaring past $117K earlier this month, $BTC has slipped into a cooling phase at $109K. The reasons? HODLers are turning cautious and cashing out, not helped by a recent slowdown in ETF purchases.

But it’s not all bad news. According to Glassnode data, the current cooldown appears more like a healthy pause than the end of the cycle. If support holds and ETF demand picks up, $BTC might even come back stronger.

Suppose that happens, Bitcoin Hyper’s utility will become all the more necessary. The reason is that its upcoming Layer-2 (L2) network will make the Bitcoin network faster and cheaper for $BTC transactions during heightened demand.

It’s no wonder that there’s already growing confidence in that vision. Over the past days, large whales have invested $17.3K, $87.1K, and $12.7K into the project, pushing the $HYPER presale past $18.3M+ to support the L2’s development.

Long-Term Investors Cash Out 3.4M $BTC
Glassnode found that long-term holders have realized 3.4M $BTC in profits, more than any past cycle. While it doesn’t signal the end, new demand is necessary for Bitcoin to maintain a competitive edge.

Source: Glassnode
HODLers and institutional buyers are shaping the cycle by scooping up $BTC through US Spot ETFs and digital asset trusts. In turn, they help drive demand that keeps the crypto leader rallying.

ETF inflows are what have kept HOLDERs from selling up historically, but the balance is fragile.

During the time of a Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting discussing interest rates, long-term holders began selling around 112,000 $BTC per month. Around the same time frame, ETF buying nosedived from around 2.6K $BTC a day to almost nothing.

Source: Glassnode
But here’s where $BTC’s future trajectory starts to look more promising. Despite these pullbacks, the drawdown for $BTC’s $124K ATH is just 12%.

It’s also worth noting that capital inflows have been substantial. Over $678B has flowed into Bitcoin since November 2022, almost 1.8x more than in the previous cycle.

Source: Glassnode
Suppose ETF buying also picks up, $BTC might be positioned not only to recover but also to reach greater highs.

If a new bull run starts to form, the launch of Bitcoin Hyper this quarter will be even more highly anticipated.

To support the next wave of $BTC adoption, the L2 is designed to provide the scalability, speed, and low fees essential for meeting rising demand.

Bitcoin Hyper Addresses Bitcoin’s Biggest Barriers
Bitcoin Hyper is on a mission to address the Bitcoin network’s most well-known pain points.

Take its transaction speed, for instance. Currently, Bitcoin can process only 5.96 transactions per second (tps), which is 67.56% lower than Ethereum’s 18.39 tps.

Interestingly, Bitcoin’s current average gas fees of $0.845 are slightly lower than Ethereum’s $1.08. Nevertheless, both networks lag far behind speedier networks like Solana, where fees rarely exceed $0.05.

Bitcoin Hyper is built to introduce Solana-level throughput to Bitcoin. By leveraging the Solana Virtual Machine (SVM), it’ll be able to support thousands of tps without hefty costs.

To top it off, the L2 will feature a Canonical Bridge, allowing you to quickly and easily move $BTC into the Hyper ecosystem.

Source: Bitcoin Hyper
The bridge will also enable you to access a range of new opportunities, spanning DeFi and dApps to launchpads and NFT marketplaces.

The outcome? Bitcoin will be more useful than ever.

$HYPER Supports L2 Developments & 64% Staking Rewards
$HYPER is the backbone of the entire Hyper ecosystem. Its presale success hinges on the L2’s success – 30% of its total token supply funds its developments, after all.

Source: Bitcoin Hyper
But beyond helping propel the network to rosier pursuits, $HYPER comes with other holder benefits, including governance rights, lower gas fees, and the opportunity to earn a 64% staking APY. (Note: this rate will decrease as more investors clock on.)

You can get involved by purchasing $HYPER on presale for just $0.012975. Our Bitcoin Hyper price prediction anticipates the coin to reach $0.32 this year, following the L2’s official launch.

Now might be an opportune time to join for possible gains of 2,367% if that target is hit.

Visit the Bitcoin Hyper presale.

This isn’t investment advice. Always do your own research and never invest more than you’d be sad to lose. 

Authored by Leah Waters, Bitcoinist – https://bitcoinist.com/bitcoin-hyper-whales-rally-as-bitcoin-falls

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IP price has dropped 48% over the past 5 days as investors booked profits after it hit a new all-time high over the weekend. A confirmed bearish pattern now points to more losses in the coming days.

Summary

IP price has dropped over 50% from its ATH hit earlier this month.
Profit-taking and the broader market downturn have muted the impact of recent project-related developments.
$5.4 stands as a key support level bulls must defend to stop further losses.

According to data from crypto.news, Story Protocol (IP) was trading at $7.59, down 24.5% over the past 24 hours and 48% below its new all-time high of $14.78 reached earlier on Sep. 21.

Notably, Story’s price rallied to its new record high amid renewed community discussion after the project announced it would host the Origin Summit, held on Sep. 23, 2025, in Seoul during Korea Blockchain Week.

The summit, which served as a landmark event at the intersection of AI, intellectual property, and blockchain, brought together speakers and executives from leading entertainment and IP companies such as HYBE and SM Entertainment, alongside major crypto and investment firms, including Polygon, Grayscale, and Animoca Brands, to discuss the tokenization goals of IP through Story’s infrastructure.

Hosting major events like this helps improve a project’s visibility and often draws investor attention, which can translate into stronger support and long-term interest.

Other major developments that supported the rally include the launch of the IP Vault, which helps secure IP data by storing it on-chain, and real-world adoption through high-profile IP partnerships.

Aria, an IP tokenization project built on Story, recently announced plans to tokenize $100 million worth of K-pop IP on the Story blockchain, a move widely seen by the community as a high-profile endorsement of the platform’s real-world potential. With landmark IPs like Pinkfong’s “Baby Shark” also joining the platform, investors likely see this as a sign that Story Protocol is actively powering the tokenization of some of the most recognizable content in global entertainment.

Although these developments helped fuel the rally, their impact was undercut as investors began booking profits. It is quite typical for cryptocurrencies to experience some pullback after strong rallies, especially after an asset hits a new all-time high, as is the case for IP. 

Some of the selling pressure also stemmed from the broader crypto market downturn, which followed a fresh wave of tariffs announced by U.S. President Donald Trump and growing uncertainty over whether the Federal Reserve will move ahead with additional rate cuts this year.

Bitcoin (BTC) and many other top altcoins recorded losses on the day, and the crypto fear and greed index fell deep into ‘fear’ territory.

Crypto traders are now awaiting cues from today’s PCE data release, the Fed’s preferred measure of inflation, which could offer clarity on the central bank’s next move.

Story price analysis
On the daily chart, IP price has dropped below the lower trendline of an ascending broadening wedge that has been forming since late August this year. In technical analysis, this bearish reversal pattern develops during an uptrend when an asset’s price records successive higher highs and higher lows within two diverging upward-sloping lines.

IP price has broken below an ascending broadening wedge on the daily chart — Sep. 26 | Source: crypto.news
Following the bearish breakout, Story’s price has dropped below the 50-day simple moving average as sellers began to dominate price action.

Momentum indicators like the MACD were also flashing bearish signals today, with the MACD line crossing below the signal line, which is another telling sign that sellers are currently the dominant force.

Based on these bearish signs, IP remains vulnerable to downside action in the upcoming sessions unless the border market sentiment improves or a major bullish catalyst emerges.

As of press time, the next key support level for IP lies at $5.4, 29% below the current level. If bulls fail to defend this support, it could lead to a deeper correction towards $2.4, which marks the token’s lowest point in June.

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Key Indicators to Watch in Q4: Bitcoin Seasonal Trends, XRP/BTC, Dollar Index, Nvidia, and MoreAs we approach the final quarter of 2025, key charts provide valuable insights to help crypto traders navigate the evolving market landscape.Updated Sep 26, 2025, 7:53 a.m. Published Sep 26, 2025, 7:25 a.m.

This is an analysis post by CoinDesk analyst and Chartered Market Technician Omkar Godbole.

As we approach the final quarter of 2025, the following key charts provide valuable insights to help crypto traders navigate the evolving market landscape.

STORY CONTINUES BELOW

Bullish seasonalitySeasonal trends suggest a bullish Q4 outlook for both BTC$109,697.73 and ETH$3,943.96, the top two cryptocurrencies by market capitalization.

Since 2013, BTC$109,697.73 has delivered an average return of 85% in the final quarter, according to data from Coinglass, making Q4 historically the strongest period for bulls.

Seasonality leans bullish for BTC and ETH. (Coinglass)

November stands out as the most bullish month, with an average gain of 46%, followed by October, which typically sees a 21% increase.

ETH$3,943.96 also tends to perform well in the last three months of the year, although its strongest historical returns have been in the first quarter since inception.

BTC's 50-week SMA supportBitcoin's price has dropped by 5% this week, consistent with the bearish technical signals and looks set to extend losses to late August lows near $107,300. If bulls fail to defend that, the focus will shift to the 200-day simple moving average at $104,200.

The ongoing price decline, combined with bitcoin's historical pattern of peaking approximately 16 to 18 months after a halving event, may scare bulls.

However, such concerns may be premature as long as prices remain above the 50-week simple moving average (SMA). This moving average has consistently acted as a support level, marking the end of corrective price pullbacks during the current bull run that began in early 2023.

BTC's weekly chart in candlesticks format. (TradingView/CoinDesk)

Traders, therefore, should closely watch the 50-week SMA, which is currently positioned around $98,900, as a key level for broader market direction.

XRP/BTC compressionXRP, often called the "U.S. government coin" by firms like Arca, has surged 32% this year. However, despite this strong rally, the payments-focused cryptocurrency remains confined within a prolonged sideways trading range against Bitcoin (XRP/BTC), showing limited relative strength.

The XRP/BTC pair has been confined within a narrow trading range since early 2021, resulting in over four years of low-volatility compression.

Prolonged range play in XRP/BTC. (TradingView/CoinDesk)

Recent price action near the upper boundary of this channel suggests that bulls are gradually gaining control. A breakout from such a prolonged consolidation could trigger a powerful rally in XRP relative to BTC, as the accumulated energy from this squeeze is released.

Now, let’s turn to charts that call for caution.

Breakout in Defiance Daily Target 2x Short MSTR ETF (SMST)The leveraged anti-Strategy ETF (SMST), which seeks to deliver daily investment results that are -200%, or minus 2x, the daily percentage change in bitcoin-holder Strategy's (MSTR) share price, is flashing bullish signals.

The ETF’s price climbed to a five-month high of $35.65, forming what appears to be an inverse head-and-shoulders pattern, characterized by a prominent trough (the head) flanked by two smaller, roughly equal troughs (the shoulders).

Defiance Daily Target 2x Short MSTR ETF (SMST). (TradingView/CoinDesk)

This pattern often signals a potential bullish reversal, suggesting the ETF may be gearing up for a significant upward move.

In other words, it's flashing a bearish signal for both BTC and Strategy, which is the largest publicly listed BTC holder with a coin stash of 639,835 BTC.

Dollar Index's double bottomLast week, I discussed the dollar's post-Fed rate cut resilience as a potential headwind for risk assets, including cryptocurrencies.

The dollar index has since gained ground, establishing a double bottom at around 96.30. It's a sign that bulls have successfully established the path of least resistance on the higher side.

Dollar Index. (DXY). (CoinDesk/TradingView)

A continued move beyond 100.26, the high of the interim recovery between the twin bottoms around 96.30, would confirm the so-called double bottom breakout, opening the door for a move to 104.00.

Watch out for the pattern failure below 96.00, as that could lead to increased risk-taking in financial markets.

NVDA topping?Nvidia (NVDA), the world's largest listed company by market value, and a bellwether for risk assets, continues to flirt with the upper end of the broadening channel identified by June 2024 and November 2024 highs and lows hit in August 2024 and April 2025.

NVDA's bull run has stalled at key resistance. (TradingView/CoinDesk)

The rally has stalled at the upper trendline since late July in a sign of bullish exhaustion. Should it decline from here, it could signal the onset of a risk-off period in global markets, including cryptocurrencies.

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