Ethereum rallied again this week as fresh institutional demand and heavy ETF inflows pushed traders to consider higher price paths. Related Reading: XRP’s Biggest Rally Yet? Analyst Projects $20+ In October 2025 According to market reports, some analysts now see a possible run toward $8,500 if current buying continues and macro conditions remain calm. Institutional Flows Drive Interest Based on reports, one day of ETF inflows was reported at close to $730 million, a figure that traders said helped limit selling pressure and lift market confidence. Standard Chartered has been cited with a year-end forecast of $7,500, while other market commentators and smaller research groups have floated targets as high as $8,500. That mix of big-name bank views and crypto-focused analysis is what is feeding the talk on an extended rally. After meeting the $4,811.71 target, prices of $ETH (Ethereum) pulled back but bull signal(s) have confirmed, suggesting movement back to and above this target level! With a break above this target, we could see an additional +77% run to $8,557.68… https://t.co/sDDNVSijoi pic.twitter.com/4uPpJHDsgS — JAVON⚡️MARKS (@JavonTM1) September 15, 2025 Technical Levels And On-Chain Signals Reports have disclosed technical setups that traders are watching closely. A pivot point near $4,811 was named by some analysts as the level that needs to clear for a larger advance to become more likely. Ethereum’s recent trading band has been roughly in the $4,400–$4,600 range in many charts, which means significant upside would be required to reach the lofty targets being discussed. What Would Need To Happen For $8,500 According to market commentary, several things would have to line up. Continued ETF inflows and steady institutional accumulation are key. Also important are clearer rules for ETF products and a soft macro backdrop that keeps risk appetite intact. Some analysts add that if Bitcoin moves higher — a move to roughly $150,000 has been used in scenarios — Ethereum could gain as investors reallocate across major crypto assets. Risks That Would Halt The Rally News cautions that the $8,500 concept is built on several positive developments occurring simultaneously. Policy shifts, softer ETF demand, or a change in macro sentiment might also stop a rally in a hurry. Related Reading: Dogecoin Defies Odds, Jumps 21% Even As ETF Debut Gets Pushed Back Unless Layer 2 growth or network usage equates to increased mainnet demand, price appreciation may be capped. Regulation news in big markets also reverses flows rapidly. Meanwhile, forecasts span a broad range. Standard Chartered’s $7,500 view is on the higher side among big banks. Other companies provide more modest estimates, and smaller analysts suggest more bullish estimates up to $8,500. The disparity highlights the extent to which price targets are reliant on assumptions regarding flows, adoption, and macro considerations. Featured image from Meta, chart from TradingView
A majority of financial institutions and corporations not currently using stablecoins plan to deploy them within the next six to twelve months, according to an EY-Parthenon survey published Sept. 15. The survey of 350 decision-makers revealed that 54% of non-stablecoin users expect to begin implementation by 2026. This represents a potential surge in adoption from […]
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The UK has discussed adopting a more crypto-friendly approach with the US in a bid to boost industry innovation and attract more investment to Britain.
Expanding 401(k) options to include private equity and crypto could diversify retirement portfolios but also increase exposure to volatile markets.
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Ethereum has shown signs of strength after completing a healthy pullback. Having met and retested its $4,811 target, ETH is now holding firm, suggesting the correction phase may be over. If buyers regain control, the path could open for a powerful rally in the near term. Ethereum Pulls Back, But Bullish Signals Confirm Strength Javon Marks, in his most recent update, emphasized that ETH reached the $4,811.71 target before entering a pullback phase. Despite the temporary dip, bullish signals have re-emerged, indicating that ETH has regained strength and could soon retest this important level. Related Reading: Ethereum Price Looks Tired – Could Upside Momentum Fade Soon? He noted that surpassing the $4,811.71 zone would mark a decisive step forward for Ethereum. A confirmed breakout above this level could act as a catalyst, unlocking fresh buying pressure and signaling a continuation of the broader bullish trend. According to MARKS analysis, the bigger picture remains highly promising, as a sustained rally above this target could drive ETH toward $8,557.68, an impressive +77% move. Such a development would not only reinforce Ethereum’s dominance in the market but also underscore its ability to outperform as investor sentiment strengthens. Trendline Support Holds Firm, Strengthening Bullish Case According to Crypto King in a recent post, ETH looks to be preparing for its next decisive move in the market. After a period of consolidation, the price action has continued to show resilience, refusing to break down despite fluctuations across the broader crypto space. This behavior highlights the underlying strength of ETH and suggests that buyers are quietly accumulating while defending critical levels. Related Reading: Ethereum Faces September Profit-Taking Risks Despite $638M ETF Boost The analyst emphasized that ETH is firmly holding its ascending trendline, which has served as a strong backbone of support during recent pullbacks. Each time the price has tested this line, it has attracted renewed momentum, underscoring the importance of the trendline as a technical foundation. Now that the latest retest appears to be complete, Ethereum seems to be shifting toward another potential upside move. The structure of higher lows remains intact, showing that momentum is gradually building and buyers are preparing for a possible breakout attempt. If this bullish pressure continues, ETH could soon reclaim higher levels and aim for fresh targets in the coming sessions. Crypto King further noted that for traders or investors looking to position themselves for the next rally, this could be the ideal time to act. Should Ethereum follow through with a strong rally, the current price zone might be remembered as a key accumulation point ahead of its next major advance. Featured image from Adobe Stock, chart from Tradingview.com
US President Donald Trump has launched a $15 billion lawsuit against The New York Times, claiming the newspaper and several reporters intentionally harmed his reputation and the TRUMP memecoin project. In a statement posted on Truth Social, Trump accused the Times of a long history of “lies and smears” that he believes favor Democrats. He […]
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Digital asset treasuries have come under renewed pressure after a sharp drop in their market net asset values, or mNAVs, raising doubts about their ability to sustain continued crypto purchases, according to Geoffrey Kendrick, head of digital assets research at Standard Chartered. Listed companies that hold digital assets on their balance sheets, known as digital […]
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For the first time in 2025, the United States Federal Reserve is preparing to cut interest rates while the S&P 500 is trading at all-time highs, and according to The Kobeissi Letter, the time has come for an important shift in markets that could usher in the next crypto market bull run. As it stands, record stock valuations, resilient GDP growth, sticky inflation, and cracks are forming in the labor market, leaving the stage open for volatility in traditional markets that could spill over into the next explosive altcoin season. Fed Rate Cuts At Record Valuations Expectations are also high that the Fed will keep lowering rates at the next interest rate decision on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 and through the end of this year. According to a lengthy thread that was posted on the social media platform X, this could have long-term bullish effects on the crypto industry. Related Reading: Altcoin Market Completes Highest Monthly Close Ever: What This Means For Alt Season The Federal Reserve usually cuts rates in the face of economic weakness and depressed equity markets, but this time is different. As noted by The Kobeissi Letter, valuation metrics tracked by Bloomberg show US stocks are more expensive than ever, having surpassed even the 1929 pre-Depression peak and the dot-com bubble. Furthermore, the S&P 500’s price-to-book ratio hit 5.3x in late August, its record level. Despite these extremes, policymakers are expected to cut by at least 25 basis points this week based on weakness in the labor market. History shows that when rate cuts occurred with stocks within 2% of all-time highs, as shown in 2019 and 2024, the S&P 500 delivered strong gains over the following year. This unusual mix could once again amplify capital flows into high-growth assets, including cryptocurrencies, in the last quarter of 2025. A Perfect Time For Altcoins Cutting rates into hot inflation adds liquidity fuel just as investors chase risk assets. That backdrop has always caused powerful surges for Gold, Bitcoin, and other major cryptocurrencies, as the return of these assets thrives when fiat returns come under question. Related Reading: Altcoin Season Index Sets New 2025 High, What This Means For The Crypto Market As The Kobeissi Letter framed it, the time has come. The Fed’s decision to cut rates with stocks at record highs, amid a 3% GDP growth and hot inflation 110 bps above the Fed’s long-term target, could be the driver of the next altcoin season. Gold and Bitcoin have already been priced in this new era of liquidity, as both are now up by 450% and 105%, respectively, since 2023. The setup is even better for altcoins like Ethereum, XRP, Chainlink, and most especially cryptocurrencies involved in the growing AI niche. There could be more immediate-term volatility, but long-term asset owners will benefit the most from the rate cut. However, if the Federal Reserve opts for a slower pace of cuts than markets are currently pricing in, the disappointment could ripple through both equities and cryptocurrencies and cause short-term declines this week. Featured image from Getty Images, chart from Tradingview.com
Just days after the OG fan token hit an all-time high price, Socios.com owner Chiliz has taken a controlling stake in the prominent esports club.
Tuttle Capital, an investment adviser firm with over $3.6 billion in assets under management, has filed for the second-ever spot Bonk (BONK) ETF. According to the SEC filing, Tuttle Capital filed for a Bonk Income Blast ETF with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund manager filed with the SEC to offer …
Bitwise’s Stablecoin & Tokenization ETF would track companies tied to stablecoins and tokenization sectors, as demand for onchain assets accelerates under new US rules.
Four authors submitted Hyperliquid Improvement Proposal 4 (HIP-4) on Sept. 16, introducing “Event Perpetuals” to enable prediction markets on the platform’s order book infrastructure. The proposal lists Kalshi’s head of crypto, John Wang, among its four co-authors. The text addresses limitations in Hyperliquid’s existing HIP-3 builder-deployed perpetuals for prediction market use cases. The current infrastructure […]
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Davide Crapis says the Ethereum Foundation’s new AI team wasn’t part of the roadmap but grew out of grassroots demand.
Institutional investment in Solana (SOL) has entered a new phase, with corporate treasuries and leading funds accelerating their exposure to the blockchain. Related Reading: Is XRP’s Big Rally Coming? CEO Predicts $10–$25 Pantera Capital, Galaxy Digital, and Helius Medical Technologies have emerged as the most prominent players, collectively pushing Solana holdings above $3.8 billion. This surge in capital mirrors early adoption cycles once seen in Bitcoin and Ethereum, fueling speculation that Solana could evolve into a critical layer of global finance and overall crypto adoption. Pantera Leads With $1.1 Billion Solana Bet Pantera Capital has placed its biggest-ever bet on a single crypto asset: $1.1 billion in Solana. CEO Dan Morehead called Solana the “fastest and best-performing blockchain,” citing its ability to process nine billion transactions per day, more than all global capital markets combined. Morehead, who previously focused on Bitcoin and Ethereum, said the firm now sees Solana as its most promising long-term bet. “Our biggest position is Solana,” he emphasized, signaling a strong shift in institutional conviction toward the network. Helius and Galaxy Add Firepower Helius Medical Technologies has added a corporate twist to the Solana treasury strategy. Backed by Pantera and Summer Capital, Helius secured $500 million through an oversubscribed funding round, with an option to expand its treasury to $1.25 billion via stapled warrants. The adoption reflects a broader trend of public companies integrating Solana into their balance sheets. Meanwhile, Galaxy Digital aggressively acquired $1.55 billion worth of SOL in just five days, including a single $306 million purchase transferred to custody platform Fireblocks. This buildup coincided with Galaxy’s $1.65 billion investment in Forward Industries, further expanding Solana’s increasing presence in institutional finance. SOL's price trends to the upside on the daily chart. Source: SOLUSD chart on Tradingview A Defining Moment for Solana With Pantera’s $1.1 billion stake, Helius’s scaling plan, and Galaxy’s quick accumulation, Solana is seeing unprecedented institutional inflows. The trend mirrors Bitcoin’s early treasury adoption and Ethereum’s rise as the foundation of decentralized finance. Related Reading: Payments Giants Set To Join Stellar, Says CPO—Will XLM Price Follow? For Solana, the challenge is to maintain this momentum through ecosystem growth, developer retention, and macroeconomic resilience. If successful, the blockchain could establish itself as the next major category-defining digital asset, greatly increasing Solana’s (SOL) market position. Cover image from ChatGPT, SOLUSD chart from Tradingview
The House Rules Committee could add the CBDC bill to the final version of the market structure bill, but it may not impact the Senate’s own version of the legislation.
Defiance ETFs filed applications for Bitcoin and Ethereum related market-neutral exchange-traded funds (ETFs) called NBIT and DETH that execute a hedge fund arbitrage strategy. Bloomberg senior ETF analyst Eric Balchunas shared the filings on Sept. 16, noting that the funds operate a strategy of buying spot crypto assets while shorting futures contracts to capture premiums. […]
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Bitcoin’s price strength is supported by centralized exchange withdrawals, spot ETF inflows and BTC’s increasing use as a financial hedge.
Binance Holdings Ltd., the largest cryptocurrency exchange globally by daily traded volume and registered users, is nearing a major deal with the United States Department of Justice (DOJ). According to a report by Bloomberg, Binance is on the cusp of ending the three-year compliance monitoring if a deal is completed with the DoJ. At the …
Sui outperformed the broader crypto market following its inclusion in Google’s Agentic Payments Protocol.
Bitcoin has long been celebrated as the digital gold, a peer-to-peer electronic cash system, and a reliable store of value. Portal To Bitcoin (PTB) is being recognized as one of the most transformative innovations in the crypto space. By serving as a direct gateway to Bitcoin’s liquidity, PTB bridges gaps that have long limited adoption and accessibility. Why Portal To Bitcoin Is A True Revolution Investor in crypto and blockchain, BATMAN, has identified Portal To Bitcoin as a transformative force in the crypto landscape. PTB is a decentralized protocol that is fundamentally changing the BTC exposure dynamic. According to the BATMAN post on X, PTB is a game changer, and it’s the essential key to unlocking a new era for BTC and the broader decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem. Related Reading: Norway Sovereign Wealth Fund’s Indirect Bitcoin Exposure Reaches Over $860M The expert asserts that PTB allows seamless connection of Bitcoin to DeFi by providing a suite of products, making it more liquid and accessible than ever before. The protocol operates on a trust-minimized model, where there are no custodians, no wrapped tokens, only pure trust, and minimized access with Bitcoin. Meanwhile, this will enable every player to use their Bitcoin globally, without having to rely on gatekeepers or centralized entities. BATMAN concludes that this is what the ethos of BTC has always been about: permissions, trustless, and decentralized finance. Thus, any product that improves BTC utility in a way that respects its foundational principles should be welcomed. Diversification Beyond Land And Real Estate While the exposure to Bitcoin is being revolutionized around the world, financial analyst Gichuki Kahome has made a compelling case for including BTC in a diversified investment portfolio, specifically for Kenyan investors. Kahome advises allocating a 5-10% portion of a portfolio to BTC, viewing the flagship asset not as a speculative gamble but as a strategic long-term holding. Related Reading: Bitcoin Investors Are Back In The Market—Why A Momentum-Driven Rally May Be Near The advisor’s perspective is based on the idea that BTC offers low correlation with traditional investments such as land and real estate, making it an ideal tool for better diversification. Kahome noted that BTC has averaged an astonishing 82% annual return in the last 10 years. While performance is not a guarantee of future results, he anticipates that Bitcoin will continue to deliver strong returns, with an expected average of 30% per annum in the next decade. Furthermore, the expert has underscored Bitcoin’s financial prowess. According to the expert, BTC is a superior hedge against the weakening of fiat currencies, particularly mentioning the Kenyan Shilling (KES) and the US Dollar (USD). He further states that BTC is digital gold, and it is a better store of value than gold itself. Featured image from Pixabay, chart from Tradingview.com
Shares of SharpLink Gaming fell slightly even as the Ethereum treasury firm pressed forward with its ambitious stock repurchase program, buying another 1 million shares. The company, which trades under the ticker SBET, said the latest purchases were executed at an average price of $16.67 each. Despite the move, SharpLink’s stock slipped 2.8% to $16.32 […]
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The DOJ is reportedly considering lifting a three-year compliance monitor imposed under Binance’s $4.3 billion settlement.
A coalition of corporate Bitcoin (BTC) holders announced the first members of the Treasury Council on Sept. 16, positioning themselves as advocates for federal Bitcoin adoption. The Treasury Council includes nine chief executives from companies holding Bitcoin in their corporate treasuries, led by Strategy CEO Phong Le, MARA Chairman Fred Thiel, and Riot CEO Jason […]
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VivoPower said its mining arm, Caret Digital, will expand its fleet with "bulk" discounts and swap mined tokens into XRP.
Circle is now a HYPE holder, has introduced native USDC to Hyperliquid and is considering becoming a network validator.
Analyst Austin Hilton has sounded a major XRP warning even as the price continues to consolidate. He declared that this is the last chance to get into the altcoin before its price goes on a parabolic run. Last Chance To Get In On XRP Before Its Q4 Bull Run In a YouTube video, Austin Hilton warned that this is the last chance for investors to accumulate XRP before its major bull run in the last quarter of this year. He noted that September was expected to be a slow month with little action from the altcoin, especially as investors wait on a Fed rate cut. Related Reading: Analyst Warns XRP Investors Not To FOMO In, Wait For This To Happen First The analyst further remarked that the altcoin has even outperformed expectations this month, considering that it was able to reclaim the psychological $3 level and has held well above support levels. However, Austin Hilton predicts that a greater run lies ahead for the altcoin, with liquidity set to return in the fourth quarter from both retail and institutional investors. Another bullish fundamental he alluded to is the fact that XRP is being taken off exchanges, which indicates that crypto whales are actively accumulating the token. This could lead to a supply shock, which could serve as a catalyst for higher prices. Bitcoinist reported that Coinbase’s reserves have crashed by 90% as whales move tokens off the exchange to hold for the long term. Meanwhile, four major crypto exchanges, including Binance, saw massive demand earlier in the month, leading them to add 1.2 million coins to meet this demand. The CryptoQuant analysis that pointed this out noted that the demand might have been coordinated and might have come from institutions. This comes ahead of the potential XRP ETFs launch, which is bullish for the altcoin’s price. Institutions Set To Flow Into The Altcoin With ETF Launch Institutions are set to inject new capital into the ecosystem with the launch of the first spot XRP ETF, which is happening this week. REX Shares confirmed that its REX-Osprey XRP ETF (XRPR) is coming this week. It noted that this will be the first U.S. ETF to deliver investors spot exposure to XRP. Related Reading: What To Expect If XRP ETFs Get Approval From The SEC Bloomberg analyst James Seyffart stated that the REX-Osprey XRP ETF isn’t a “pure” spot ETF. He explained that it will hold spot directly and other spot XRP ETFs from around the world to get its exposure. The analyst also noted that the fund’s prospectus includes language that would allow it to invest in derivatives for exposure if needed. However, that won’t be the primary exposure method. The spot XRP ETFs could get a SEC approval in October, which is another factor that could serve as a catalyst for higher prices for the cryptocurrency heading into the fourth quarter. Seven fund issuers are currently awaiting the SEC’s approval to offer a 100% spot XRP ETF. At the time of writing, the XRP price is trading at around $2.97, down over 2% in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap. Featured image from Adobe Stock, chart from Tradingview.com
The move comes shortly after Native Markets was tapped to issue a Hyperliquid-aligned and compliant USD stablecoin, USDH.
Cipher, Terawulf, Iris Energy, Hive and Bitfarms rallied sharply in September, outpacing Bitcoin despite tightening mining economics and weaker onchain activity.
President Trump's son defended against any questions of conflict of interest when asked about the $2-billion UAE-Binance deal.
Bitcoin price is currently consolidating near a critical resistance zone, hovering just below the $118,000 level after a strong upward move earlier this week. The price has shown resilience, with buyers stepping in on minor dips, but selling pressure remains evident around this range. A decisive breakout above $118,000 could open the door for another …