Changpeng Zhao, widely known as CZ and founder of Binance, fired back at Senator Elizabeth Warren after she accused him of fraud and corruption following his presidential pardon from Donald Trump. The clash has reignited political tension around crypto regulation, with CZ calling out Warren for “spreading false information” and misrepresenting his case. Warren Calls …
On-chain perpetual-focused decentralized exchanges have surpassed $1 trillion in total trading volume this month.
The Bitcoin price has recently experienced a significant uptick in volatility, positively impacting its performance as it recovered to $110,000 after opening the week at $107,000. Despite this, Bitcoin’s struggle to maintain momentum near all-time high levels, combined with increasing selling pressure over the past month, has led some to speculate that the current bull run may have peaked. Analysts at The Bull Theory, on the other hand, have identified key indicators suggesting a shift in Bitcoin’s traditional four-year cycle, with potential for the ongoing bullish trend to extend into 2026. Anticipating Bitcoin Price Peak In Q2 2026 In a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), the analysts explained that the typical Bitcoin price pattern has historically followed a straightforward rhythm: Halving, a 12–18 month rally, a blow-off top, and then a bear market. This pattern has held true for over a decade, but recent data indicates a significant change. Related Reading: HYPE Soars Beyond $40 Following Robinhood Listing: What’s Next For Hyperliquid’s Price? According to their analysis, Bitcoin is transitioning from a four-year cycle to a five-year cycle, with the next peak anticipated around the second quarter of 2026. This change is attributed to deeper structural shifts within the global economy. Governments are increasingly rolling over debt for longer periods, business cycles are extending, and liquidity waves are moving through the financial system at a slower pace. One key factor pointed by the analysts influencing this lag is that when central banks cease tightening their monetary policies, it typically takes 6 to 12 months for liquidity to reach the markets. The easing signals from Federal Reserve (Fed) Chair Jerome Powell in the third quarter of 2025, such as indications of ending balance-sheet contraction, are expected to impact markets well into early 2026, rather than having an immediate effect. Additionally, this delay is evident outside the US China’s money supply (M2) has surged to more than double that of the US and continues to expand. Historically, when China’s liquidity grows faster than that of the US, the Bitcoin price tends to rally a few months later, thereby extending the cycle into the first half of 2026. Japan’s new Prime Minister has also initiated an economic package aimed at combating inflation, which is expected to further contribute to global liquidity. On-Chain Data Shows Institutional Accumulation This current cycle is also characterized by institutional accumulation rather than retail hype. Spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs), corporate treasuries, and funds are gradually purchasing and holding Bitcoin for extended periods. Despite the current market conditions, retail interest in Bitcoin remains subdued, with Google Trends showing significantly lower search interest compared to 2021 levels. This indicates that the market is currently in a phase of quiet expansion rather than widespread mania, and retail euphoria—which typically signals the end of market cycles—has yet to materialize. Related Reading: $1.7 Trillion Firm T. Rowe Price Seeks Approval For Crypto ETF Linked To Multiple Tokens On-chain data supports this mid-cycle structure, revealing that institutions continue to accumulate Bitcoin, exchange reserves are near multi-year lows, and miner selling pressure has diminished since the Halving event. While the four-year Halving model remains relevant, the analysts assert that it is now being reshaped by macro liquidity dynamics, institutional pacing, and elongated global cycles. Consequently, the true peak of this bull run may align more closely with Q2 2026 rather than 2025. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
Ethereum spot ETFs struggled on October 23, recording a combined $128 million in outflows, with none of the nine funds showing any inflows. In contrast, Bitcoin spot ETFs attracted $20.33 million in net inflows, largely driven by BlackRock’s IBIT, which alone pulled in $108 million. The contrasting flows highlight investor preference tilting toward Bitcoin while …
Speculation is increasing that former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) could be next in line for a presidential pardon from Donald Trump, following the recent clemency granted to Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ). While SBF’s legal situation differs significantly from CZ’s, several developments are fueling renewed discussion about his potential early release. Polymarket Bets Surge …
Covalent has unveiled the Covalent Strategic Reserve, a long-term fund powered by both onchain and offchain revenue, including regular CXT token buybacks. The reserve plans to accumulate around 10% of the total CXT supply and will require community governance for any spending. In 2025, Covalent repurchased over 17 million CXT through revenue-backed buybacks and removed …
Crypto community members alleged that the majority of the deposit campaign was already occupied by large wallets before the announcement.
On Thursday, President Donald Trump issued a pardon for Changpeng Zhao, founder of the Binance crypto exchange. Zhao had previously pleaded guilty to enabling money laundering and paid a $4.3 billion penalty. Senator Warren Criticizes the Pardon Criticizing the President’s decision, Senator Elizabeth Warren called it an example of political corruption that Congress must address. …
Bitcoin Price today is trading near $110,479 as investors remain cautious ahead of two major macroeconomic events: the U.S. October Consumer Price Index (CPI) report and next week’s Federal Reserve policy meeting. These events could determine whether inflation has cooled enough to trigger the much-anticipated interest rate cuts, potentially setting the stage for Bitcoin’s next …
Wallet '18eY9…6EfyM' transferred 150 BTC, worth around $16.6 million, in its first move in approximately 14 years.
After months of steady gains, BTC is slipping below key cost-basis levels as long-term holders sell into strength and traders retreat to defensive derivatives.
S. Matthew Schultz, the CEO of Bitcoin mining company CleanSpark, said the new rules would create expedited connections for Bitcoin mining and data centers.
World Liberty Financial (WLFI) is gaining bullish traction as the price ticks higher following renewed buying interest and a market-moving political catalyst. The token rose more than 10% intraday as traders piled in after Donald Trump pardoned Binance founder Changpeng Zhao—a move widely interpreted as a bullish signal for U.S. crypto policy, particularly for tokens …
Mike Novogratz, CEO of Galaxy Digital, warned that Bitcoin reaching $250,000 by year-end would take “a heck of a lot of crazy stuff,” putting a big question mark over some of the bolder market forecasts. Related Reading: All It Took Was A Tweet: FLOKI Jumps 27% After Musk Mentions It According to his remarks, the more likely outcome is that Bitcoin holds near current levels unless major new forces push prices much higher. Novogratz Sets A Realistic Range Based on reports, Novogratz suggested a year-end range of roughly $100,000 to $125,000 for Bitcoin under normal market conditions. At the time of his comment Bitcoin traded around $107,000, meaning a move to $250,000 would require roughly a 130% rise in a matter of weeks. That kind of jump is possible, he said, but it would demand events far outside ordinary market behavior. What Would Need To Happen Reports have disclosed two main scenarios that could create the type of momentum needed for a run to $250,000. One involves US President Donald Trump exerting pressure on the Federal Reserve in a way that shifts macro policy and boosts risk assets. The other key trigger would be swift passage of a major market structure bill for crypto — commonly referred to in discussions as the CLARITY Act — which could open the door to a surge in institutional demand. Both are uncertain and would have to line up quickly for the price to triple-plus in weeks. Market Context And On-Chain Signals On-chain data and recent price action add weight to Novogratz’s caution. Analysts tracking flows, supply, and holder behavior have pointed to a period of profit-taking and slower buying. Glassnode and other trackers show signs of consolidation. In plain terms: long-term holders are selling some coins and new buyers have not yet overwhelmed sellers. Unless large new inflows appear, price momentum is likely to be limited. Related Reading: Bitcoin Whale Goes Big — $255M Longs Opened Before Trump–China Summit Bitcoin: Technical Thresholds To Watch Analysts are watching $125,000 as a key resistance level. A decisive move above that figure could change the math and encourage more buying. Conversely, a sustained hold near the low six-figure range would fit Novogratz’s base case. Spot Bitcoin ETF flows and big institutional purchases are the clearest possible catalysts that could tilt sentiment higher. According to market observers, investors should not assume rapid gains will occur simply because headlines mention big targets. The math is clear: moving from roughly $107,000 to $250,000 in about 10–11 weeks requires mass buying that has not yet appeared. Featured image from Gemini, chart from TradingView
The offering, developed with non-custodial BTC lending startup Debifi, targets institutions and high-net worth borrowers who don't want to give up control of their assets.
The Satoshi-era Bitcoin whale was last active in June 2011, but initially mined its coins between April and June 2009, soon after the network went live.
The Australian crypto user base is expected to grow to 11.16 million by next year, with nearly 41% of Australians participating in crypto.
The U.S. CPI report for September is scheduled for release today at 8:30 a.m. ET, and crypto traders are watching closely. The data was delayed due to the ongoing government shutdown, now in its 24th day. Economists are forecasting a 0.4% month-over-month rise and 3.1% annual inflation, which would mark the first time CPI surpasses …
Tom Lee points to the stock market’s steep drawdowns, despite strong progress in recent times, as a sign that Bitcoin could still see 50% declines in the future.
A solo Bitcoin miner has solved block 920,440, mining it entirely on their own and cashing in a huge reward for themselves.
US President Donald Trump has pardoned Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, clearing the way for him to re-enter the crypto industry. CZ, who served four months in prison for violating anti-money laundering laws, is not the first crypto figure to benefit from Trump’s clemency. BitMEX co-founders Arthur Hayes, Samuel Reed, and Benjamin Del, along …
The United States might finally be ready to bring clear regulations to the crypto industry. According to White House AI and Crypto Czar David Sacks, the country is in an “excellent position” to pass long-awaited crypto market structure legislation before the end of the year. U.S. Crypto Regulation Bill On Horizon In a recent post …
The crypto market is reacting strongly to Donald Trump’s growing influence after his recent decision to pardon Binance founder, CZ. The news sparked a quick recovery in Binance Coin (BNB), which jumped by over 5% in the past 24 hours, now trading around $1,139.Here’s where BNB price heading Next? Trump Just Pardoned Binance Founder CZ …
The release of September's Consumer Price Index (CPI) is expected to show a 3.1% rise in the cost of living from a year earlier, the highest in 18 months, according to FactSet.
Trump’s pardon of Binance founder Changpeng Zhao has ignited political outrage and renewed scrutiny of his ties to the crypto industry.
HYPE has reignited bullish sentiment across the crypto market after a sharp 11.91% daily surge pushed the Hyperliquid price above the 200-day simple moving average (SMA) to $39.02. Related Reading: 16,000 Ancient Bitcoins Just Moved—And It’s Costing Whales Billions The rally follows renewed investor optimism fueled by institutional participation and aggressive whale activity. Traders are now watching the $41.76 resistance level, a breakout point that could confirm a full trend reversal. Having reclaimed the key 61.8% Fibonacci level at $35.84, the Hyperliquid price is showing resilience amid broader market volatility, with volume spikes reflecting rising demand for exposure ahead of upcoming corporate milestones. $1B Fundraising and Public Listing Plans Spark Institutional Excitement The catalyst behind the rally stems from Hyperliquid Strategies Inc.’s recent S-1 filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), detailing plans to raise up to $1 billion through a 160 million-share public offering. The funds are set to support ecosystem expansion and HYPE token accumulation, further bridging decentralized finance (DeFi) with traditional markets. The entity, formed from a merger between Nasdaq-listed Sonnet BioTherapeutics and Rorschach I LLC, intends to become a publicly traded crypto treasury management firm under the Hyperliquid umbrella. Analysts see this move as a major step toward institutional legitimacy, with parts of the proceeds earmarked for token buybacks and staking operations. HYPE's price trends to the upside on the daily chart. Source: HYPEUSD on Tradingview How the Developments Will Affect the Hyperliquid Price The merger and $1 billion fundraising are expected to drive a lasting bullish impact on the Hyperliquid price. Confidence is already rising as the token climbs above key resistance levels, signaling growing institutional trust ahead of the planned Nasdaq listing. With open interest peaking above $2 billion, traders anticipate continued upside as whales accumulate leveraged longs. Buyback and staking plans may further tighten supply, supporting upward pressure on the Hyperliquid price. Related Reading: Last-Ever Bitcoin Dip Below $100,000 Looms This Week, Standard Chartered Warns A decisive close above $41.76 could confirm a new rally phase, positioning Hyperliquid as a leading bridge between DeFi and traditional finance. Cover image from ChatGPT, HYPEUSD chart from Tradingview
Analysts see similarities to past Wyckoff accumulation phases, suggesting potential for further price increases if support holds above $0.194.
Crypto analysts believe the altcoin season could be arriving soon as liquidity shifts to risk assets, but altseason indicators currently stand at bear market lows.
Onchain data show a 3.36% drop in exchange reserves since early October — a historically bullish signal tied to long-term whale accumulation.
XRP price started a recovery wave from $2.320. The price is now struggling to clear $2.420 and might decline if it trades below the $2.350 support. XRP price is attempting to recover above the $2.350 zone. The price is now trading above $2.350 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a contracting triangle forming with resistance at $2.420 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could start a fresh increase if it clears the $2.420 resistance. XRP Price Attempts Recovery XRP price formed a base above $2.30 and started a fresh increase, like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The price surpassed the $2.3750 and $2.380 resistance levels. The bulls were able to push the price above the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $2.5320 swing high to the $2.3275 low. However, the bears are currently active near the $2.420 zone and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. The price is now trading below $2.420 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a contracting triangle forming with resistance at $2.420 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair. If there is a fresh upward move, the price might face resistance near the $2.420 level. It is also close to the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $2.5320 swing high to the $2.3275 low. The first major resistance is near the $2.480 level, above which the price could rise and test $2.550. A clear move above the $2.550 resistance might send the price toward the $2.580 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $2.650 resistance. The next major hurdle for the bulls might be near $2.720. Another Drop? If XRP fails to clear the $2.420 resistance zone, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $2.380 level. The next major support is near the $2.350 level. If there is a downside break and a close below the $2.350 level, the price might continue to decline toward $2.320. The next major support sits near the $2.250 zone, below which the price could continue lower toward $2.20. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for XRP/USD is now gaining pace in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for XRP/USD is now above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $2.350 and $2.320. Major Resistance Levels – $2.420 and $2.50.