MetaMask Launches Points Rewards Ahead of MASK Token Drop

MetaMask introduces a new points-based trading rewards system, doubling incentives on LINEA and hinting at the imminent MASK token launch.

Ethereum’s Fusaka Upgrade Brings PeerDAS and Lower Rollup Costs — A Game-Changer for 2026

Ethereum’s Fusaka upgrade launches in December 2025, introducing PeerDAS for lower rollup costs and greater scalability — a key step toward institutional-grade DeFi.

Lighter Launches Ethereum L2 Mainnet, Challenges Hyperliquid with ZK-Powered Perps

Decentralized perps exchange Lighter goes public on Ethereum Layer 2, using zero-knowledge circuits for verifiable, high-speed trading — and launches its 2025 points program.

CLARITY Act Could Send Bitcoin to $250K, Says Cardano Founder Charles Hoskinson

Cardano’s Charles Hoskinson predicts Bitcoin could hit $250K once U.S. crypto regulation via the CLARITY Act unlocks institutional and corporate adoption.

Dogecoin Price Prediction: Will DOGE Hit $1 by 2026?

Dogecoin forms a Golden Cross, gains adoption from Tesla to Buenos Aires, and rallies with $3.9B in futures bets. Analysts eye $1 by 2026.

Circle Reports $2.4 Trillion APAC Stablecoin Boom: Singapore & Hong Kong Rise as Global Hubs

Circle reveals $2.4T in APAC stablecoin activity, with Singapore and Hong Kong emerging as top hubs. Corporate adoption and regulation drive growth.

Telegram & Binance Bet Big on Kazakhstan as AI + Blockchain Hub

At Digital Bridge 2025, Telegram launched a billion-user AI lab and Binance’s CZ positioned Kazakhstan as the global testbed for blockchain + AI. Here’s why it matters.

Telegram Wallet Launches Tokenized U.S. Stocks and ETFs with Kraken & Backed

Telegram Wallet now offers tokenized Apple, Tesla, Nvidia, and S&P 500 ETFs — 24/5 trading, fractional ownership, and DeFi integration for 164M+ users.

Sovereign Bitcoin Reserves: Sweden and U.S. Signal Strategic Accumulation

Sweden and the U.S. are considering sovereign Bitcoin reserves, with proposals to acquire up to 1M BTC. Could governments become permanent BTC buyers?

Tokenized Stocks Turn Wall Street into a 24/7 Global Market

Tokenized U.S. equities are unlocking 24/7 global access to Apple, Tesla, and Nasdaq shares. With RWAs on-chain surpassing $25B in 2025, the wallet-first investing era is here.

Thailand Expands Crypto ETFs Beyond Bitcoin with 2026 Launch

Thailand’s SEC will launch multi-token crypto ETFs in 2026, giving local investors broader access. New regulation boosts oversight as the country aims to be Southeast Asia’s digital finance hub.

Arthur Hayes: France’s Debt Crisis Could Force ECB to Print €5 Trillion — Bitcoin to Benefit

France’s deficit is ballooning, pushing the ECB toward renewed QE. Arthur Hayes says fiat debasement is inevitable — and Bitcoin stands to gain.

Bitcoin Breaks $118.5K in Uptober Rally Despite U.S. Shutdown Stalling 90+ ETFs

Bitcoin rebounds above $118.5K as Uptober kicks off. Historical October/November gains and 90+ delayed crypto ETFs fuel cautious optimism.

BOB Gateway Launches: One-Click BTC Access to 11 Chains and 15,000+ dApps

Build on Bitcoin (BOB) unveils Gateway, a trust-minimized portal for native BTC across 11 LayerZero chains with BitGo-backed wBTC.OFT integration.

Ex-Apple & Nike Strategist Gerardo Carucci Joins TON Foundation as CMO

TON Foundation appoints Gerardo Carucci, ex-Apple and Nike brand leader, as CMO to position TON as Telegram’s cultural and financial backbone.

Murad Bets 97% of Net Worth on SPX6900, Targets $1,000 Despite 60% Crash

Crypto trader Murad is down from $67M to $42.8M after a brutal SPX drawdown, but still predicts a $30B portfolio if SPX hits $1,000. Visionary or reckless?

Arthur Hayes Warns France Crisis Could Force €5T ECB Printing, Calls Bitcoin and Gold Only Safe Havens

At Token 2049, BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes warned of massive French capital flight, potential €5 trillion ECB money-printing, and named Bitcoin and gold the only rational hedges.

Pavel Durov Predicts $1M Bitcoin, Pushes TON as New Internet in Rare Lex Fridman Interview

Telegram founder Pavel Durov breaks his silence with bold claims: Bitcoin at $1M, TON powering a decentralized internet, Telegram as the last fortress of freedom — plus his shocking personal revelations.

1inch Rebrands as DeFi Infrastructure Powerhouse, Bridging TradFi and Web3

1inch unveils a rebrand at Token2049, evolving from DEX aggregator to institutional-grade DeFi infrastructure provider. Focus on UX, security, and TradFi integration

Sygnum Launches BTC Alpha Fund With 8–10% Bitcoin Yield for Institutions

Swiss digital bank Sygnum, in partnership with Starboard and Starmark, launches BTC Alpha Fund targeting 8–10% annual returns in Bitcoin through systematic arbitrage.

OKX Pay Launches in Singapore: Stablecoins Now Usable for Everyday GrabPay Purchases

OKX SG, StraitsX, and Grab launch OKX Pay, enabling USDT and USDC payments at merchants in Singapore. Stablecoins move beyond trading into real-world commerce.

Poland Passes Crypto-Asset Market Act, Imposing Europe’s Toughest Crypto Rules

Poland’s Sejm passed the Crypto-Asset Market Act, requiring CASP licenses, AML/KYC compliance, and threatening fines or jail. Senate review to decide final law.

Republic to Tokenize Animoca Brands Equity on Solana for Global Investors

Republic will tokenize Animoca Brands’ equity on Solana, opening access to 600+ Web3 projects for global investors. A milestone in Internet Capital Markets.

Türkiye Expands MASAK Powers to Freeze Bank and Crypto Accounts Under FATF-Aligned Reforms

Türkiye plans sweeping reforms to empower MASAK with account freezes, wallet blacklists, and stricter crypto oversight, aligning with FATF standards under the 11th Judicial Reform Package.

Visa Launches Stablecoin Pilot With USDC & EURC After GENIUS Act Clears Path

Visa announces a stablecoin pilot using USDC and EURC for cross-border payments, enabled by the GENIUS Act. Instant settlement could disrupt traditional banking rails.

Starknet Launches BTCFi: Trustless Bitcoin Staking, $1B Institutional Yield Fund, and 100M STRK Incentives

Starknet unveils BTCFi: trustless BTC staking, 100M STRK incentives, and Re7 Capital’s $1B BTC yield fund. Is this the moment Bitcoin finds its DeFi home?

Kazakhstan Launches Alem Crypto Fund, Chooses BNB as First State-Backed Reserve Asset

Kazakhstan’s Alem Crypto Fund, managed under AIFC rules, partners with Binance Kazakhstan and makes BNB its first digital reserve asset, signaling sovereign-level crypto adoption.

Crypto.com Wins CFTC Approval to Launch Regulated Leveraged Crypto Derivatives in U.S.

Crypto.com secures CFTC and NFA approvals to offer margined crypto derivatives in the U.S., opening access for retail and institutions under federal oversight.

SEC to Decide on 16 Altcoin ETFs in October: Litecoin, Solana, Dogecoin in Spotlight

The SEC will review 16 crypto ETFs in October 2025, covering Solana, Litecoin, Dogecoin, XRP, Cardano, and Hedera. Approvals could channel $5B–$8B into altcoins.

Bitcoin Breakout Confirms Path to $120K as $15B in Shorts Face Liquidation

Bitcoin breaks out of a descending wedge, testing $115K with $15B in short positions set for liquidation near $120K. Traders eye potential short squeeze.

Bitcoin 2026 Price Forecasts Range From $60K to $500K as ETF Flows and Policy Shape Market

Analysts project Bitcoin could hit $201K median by 2026, with scenarios spanning $60K–$500K. Institutional inflows, ETFs, halving, and policy will define the cycle.

U.S. Bitcoin Reserve Could Trigger Market Chaos, Warns Haider Rafique

Crypto strategist Haider Rafique warns that a U.S. Bitcoin reserve could manipulate markets, spark liquidations, and undermine Bitcoin’s role as a decentralized hedge.

NFT Sales Hit $128M as BNB Chain Surges 196% in Weekly Boom

Weekly NFT sales rose 6.7% to $128.65M, with BNB Chain soaring 196% and Ethereum steady at $46M. Whales, sports IPs, and cross-chain liquidity drive recovery.

Thailand Freezes Millions of Bank Accounts in Crypto Fraud Crackdown

The Bank of Thailand froze over 3M accounts linked to crypto scams and mule networks. Authorities aim to protect users, curb fraud, and strengthen the digital asset ecosystem.

Bitcoin Traders Brace for “Uptober” as BTC Holds $109K — Will History Repeat?

Bitcoin enters October near $109K, with traders eyeing “Uptober” — historically a bullish month, green in 10 of the past 12 years. Can 2025 deliver another rally?

Robert Kiyosaki Warns Job Security Is a Joke, Pushes Assets Amid Shutdown Risk

Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki says job security is fragile as U.S. shutdowns loom. He urges entrepreneurship, asset ownership, and hedges like Bitcoin, gold, and silver.