The pilot could influence future financial aid models by demonstrating the viability of stablecoins in public assistance programs.
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Crypto pundit Mikybull Crypto has revealed that XRP has flipped green for the first time since 2017. Based on this, he predicted that the altcoin could record a rally of up to 500%, reaching $15 in the process. XRP Eyes Rally To $15 As Price Flips Green In an X post, Mikybull Crypto predicted that XRP could rally to between $5 and $15. This came as the analyst noted that the altcoin has flipped green on the quarterly chart for the first time since 2017. He suggested that the rally of up to 500% may already be underway, noting that XRP has already broken above the resistance, just as it did in 2017. In a follow-up X post, Mikybull Crypto doubled down on his bullish sentiment towards XRP, stating that the altcoin’s big move is incoming as it is heading for a mega breakout. His accompanying chart indicated that the key was for XRP to successfully flip the $2.90 level again into support and decisively break above the psychological $3 level. Related Reading: XRP Price Is About To Close A 3M Candle Above This Major Region, Here’s What It Means For Price Meanwhile, crypto analyst Egrag Crypto has made a more bullish forecast for XRP, predicting that it could rally to as high as $33. Like Mikybull Crypto, the analyst also alluded to the 2017 bull cycle as the reason why XRP could witness a parabolic surge to this ambitious price target. However, although he is bullish on XRP in the long term, Egrag Crypto stated that he believes there might be one more flush out before the altcoin rallies to new highs. The crypto analyst further remarked that there is about a 70% chance for a flush before the XRP uptrend continues, which he noted is healthier from a structural point of view. He added that there is a 30% chance of an immediate pump but warned that it will eventually lead to a sharp correction. Egrag Crypto expects XRP to drop to at least $2.65, with the possibility of a further decline to the fair value gap between $2.35 and $2.40. Bearish Divergences Hint At Further Drop Before The Breakout Crypto analyst CasiTrades stated that XRP’s bearish divergences hint at lower support levels before a potential breakout to the upside. She noted that the downside tests remain valid, with $2.79 and $2.58 as the key support levels to watch out for as the altcoin remains below $3. The analyst added that a test of $2.58 could still support a much larger bullish move to new highs. Related Reading: XRP Price Final Low: Here’s The Target To Watch For Next Recovery However, CasiTrades warned that a break below $2.58 would invalidate the bullish market structure and threaten the macro outlook. Meanwhile, she told market participants that when XRP is truly ready to begin wave 3, the macro resistance levels at $2.79, $3, and $3.25 should break cleanly and without hesitation. If XRP continues to hesitate, she believes that further downside testing may be necessary first. At the time of writing, the XRP price is trading at around $2.8, down in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap. Featured image from Getty Images, chart from Tradingview.com
CryptoQuant says bitcoin has started Q4 under conditions that appear favorable for a price rally to $160,000–$200,000.
Bitcoin started October on a strong note by rallying to $118,200. That clears the path for BTC to chase new all-time highs. Which altcoins could follow?
USDT's growth underscores its pivotal role in financial inclusion and sets a benchmark for stablecoin innovation and adoption globally.
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In addition to restrictions on enforcement actions and ongoing litigation, the agency will likely stop reviewing crypto ETF applications.
The following article is adapted from The Block’s newsletter, The Daily, which comes out on weekday afternoons.
The government has officially been shut down just as dozens of different types of crypto ETFs were primed to get the SEC's sign-off.
The regulator stated that farmland must be used only for agricultural purposes to qualify for government services, subsidies, and utilities.
Google’s Gemini AI can help organize research, compare tokenomics and cut through noise. Here’s a workflow to analyze coins before you invest responsibly.
The recent technical picture for Bitcoin presents a tug-of-war between short-term momentum and macro necessity. While the bulls are aggressively defending support and pushing toward the $117,000 resistance area, the yet-to-be-filled CME gap hangs over the market. This historical pattern suggests that although the price action is bullish, a mandatory downside move may be required to reset the chart before the target can truly be breached. Gap-Filling Before The Next Big Rally Ezy Bitcoin, in a recent short-term market outlook shared on X, explained that Bitcoin may need to close an existing gap before it can build momentum for its next major rally. However, such a move should not be seen as a weakness but rather as a healthy reset, one that could set the stage for a stronger push upward. Related Reading: Bitcoin Price Bounces Higher – Clears Resistance, But Next Barrier Still Looms He referenced the Bitcoin CME Futures chart, where the CrossX indicator highlights unfilled gaps that often act like magnets for price action. Historically, Bitcoin has shown a tendency to revisit these areas before resuming its climb, making them a key part of the near-term structure. Over the last five months, Ezy Bitcoin has noted every single gap has been filled, while maintaining a flawless 100% success rate. This consistency adds weight to the likelihood of a short-term retracement before another rally begins, reinforcing his expectation that the pattern will hold. With that in mind, he concluded that a minor pullback could create a valuable opportunity to accumulate more Bitcoin. Rather than fearing a dip, traders and investors might see it as an entry point before the next strong upward move. Bitcoin Bulls Eye Recovery Momentum Despite Market Pressure According to the latest update from Crypto VIP Signal, Bitcoin demonstrated a rapid recovery after experiencing a sharp drop. The price briefly fell below the $113,000 mark but quickly managed to bounce back. This swift bounce from this level signals that buyers remain active and willing to step in at key zones, preventing any deeper correction for now. Related Reading: Bitcoin’s $90,000 Level Holds Key To Preventing A New Bear Market, Top Analyst Says Currently, the price is moving upward again, and the immediate challenge is defined by a narrow resistance zone between $114,600 and $114,800. This range is acting as a local ceiling where selling pressure is likely to be concentrated. Overcoming this level is crucial for the continuation of the bullish move. Looking ahead, Crypto VIP Signal emphasized that a successful breakout above the $114,600–$114,800 resistance will open up the path to significantly higher targets between the $116,000 and $117,000 area. A move into this range would solidify the positive momentum and confirm that the recent drop was merely a brief shakeout, allowing the rally to continue. Featured image from Getty Images, chart from Tradingview.com
XRP’s value extends far beyond its price, powering fast remittances, loyalty rewards and institutional finance.
The firm previously teamed up with Republic in order to democratize retail investing in privately-held companies.
The institutional blockchain has reached more than 500K daily transactions, with major banks and U.S. crypto exchanges fueling unprecedented growth.
Now live in 20 states, Bullish expands into U.S. markets as institutional appetite for crypto strengthens.
Stellar’s native token briefly broke through resistance on heavy institutional volumes, only to see gains erased in a late-session selloff that exposed fragile market momentum.
The expansion could bolster US financial influence by integrating crypto with traditional assets, potentially reshaping global economic dynamics.
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The US Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service have released interim guidance that significantly eases tax burdens for corporations holding Bitcoin and other digital assets. Issued on Sept. 30, the notices, 2025-46 and 2025-49, clarify how the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax (CAMT) applies to unrealized gains, a question that had raised alarm across corporate […]
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The price of Pi Network’s token, PI, gained nearly 5% in the last 24 hours, trading at $0.2711. The move followed a keynote address in Singapore by co-founder Dr. Chengdiao Fan, who spoke on how blockchain can work alongside artificial intelligence. Market Update PI now has a market cap of $2.23 billion. Trading volume grew …
USYC, Circle’s tokenized money market fund, is currently the fifth largest offering in the rapidly growing $8 billion tokenized treasuries sector.
Outdated financial systems only appear fast but are inefficient, while blockchain and smart contracts create truly automated, real-time processes that enable new business models, says Polygon Labs’ Aishwary Gupta.
Hedera’s native token pushed through technical barriers with heavy volume as partnerships with SWIFT, Citi, and Wyoming’s stablecoin pilot reinforced investor confidence.
With over $500 billion staked, proof-of-stake assets are evolving beyond a technical function into a new category of investment, as scale, volatility and sophisticated participants combine to push staking toward asset class status, says Gyld Finance Co-Founder Ruchir Gupta.
According to Arkham, a wallet labeled “Tether: Bitcoin Reserves” received 8,889 Bitcoin in a single transfer from Bitfinex. Related Reading: Bitcoin Buyers Step Back After Failed Push Beyond $115,000: Data The move added roughly $1 billion to Tether’s holdings and pushed the firm’s Bitcoin stash to about $9.8 billion based on the market price. It was one of the biggest single top-ups to its BTC balance this year. Quarter-End Buying Pattern Based on reports, the timing of the buy was not random. Blockchain records show Tether has made similar quarter-end additions in September 2024, December 2024, and March 2025. Analysts say the pattern points to a deliberate effort to bolster reserves ahead of public attestations. Tether’s second-quarter attestation listed close to $9 billion in Bitcoin. The next official report is expected in late October and will show whether recent purchases are reflected on paper. A One-Time Transfer And Wider Moves The transfer from Bitfinex highlights close ties between the exchange and the company behind USDT. Activity like this has drawn attention because of the size and the source. In June, Tether also routed roughly $1.4 billion worth of BTC to Twenty One Capital, which is run by CEO Jack Mallers. That deal fed talk that Tether might reallocate some reserves into other assets, including gold, but CEO Paolo Ardoino pushed back on those claims and said Bitcoin remains central to the company’s plan. US Push And New Stablecoin Tether is also expanding in the US. The firm has set up a domestic branch led by Bo Hines, who previously advised the White House on crypto policy. Reports say Tether is planning a federally compliant stablecoin called USAT as part of that effort. The move suggests the company wants a bigger foothold inside US regulatory frameworks while keeping its global operations intact. USDT Growth And Market Role Crypto trackers show USDT’s circulating supply at roughly $175 billion, a 10% rise over the last quarter. That growth underscores the stablecoin’s role as a go-to dollar proxy for traders and DeFi users. With more USDT in circulation, exchanges and liquidity pools rely on it heavily during sharp market moves. Related Reading: Eric Trump Steps Into Market Talk, Says ‘Buy The Dips’ Reserves And Market Signals Larger Bitcoin holdings and a push into the US raise fresh questions. Attestations are meant to build confidence, but critics still press for clearer transparency on how reserves are managed. Markets will be watching the late-October report closely. If Tether’s filings match on-chain activity, that could calm some concerns. If they do not, scrutiny is likely to grow. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView
Lava has also launched a new dollar yield product, currently offering up to 7.5% APY on loans backed solely by bitcoin collateral.
Bitcoin eyes its highest levels in six weeks as weak US jobs data drives crypto and risk assets higher, with shutdown dips now “buy opportunities.”
Ethereum closed September with its most robust quarterly performance in over four years, echoing the explosive gains last seen when its price first breached the $4,000 threshold in early 2021. According to CoinGlass data, ETH rallied 48.7% in July and 18.8% in August, before losing ground in September with a modest 5% pullback. Even with […]
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The incident underscores the persistent threat of state-affiliated cybercrime in crypto, prompting increased regulatory scrutiny on privacy tools.
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Support has formed around the $4.05 level, with resistance at $4.11.
The next two testnet runs are scheduled for Oct. 14 and 28. After those are complete, Ethereum developers will lock in a date for Fusaka’s full mainnet launch.