Bitcoin Surges to Record High Above $125K After $3.2B Spot ETF Inflows
Bitcoin rallied above $125,000 on Oct. 5, driven by a record $3.24 billion in net inflows into U.S.-listed spot ETFs for the week ended Oct. 3. The rally extended October gains to 11% and reflected heightened safe-haven demand amid a U.S. government shutdown. Other major tokens including XRP, ETH, SOL and DOGE also rose 1–3% during Asian trading hours.
Crypto market snapshot: BTC above $20K, Ether holds $1.3K
The crypto market opened in positive territory, with Bitcoin trading at $20,194 and Ether at $1,355, up 3.07% and 2.09% in the last 24 hours, respectively. Trading volumes for Bitcoin surged over 23%, while Ether volumes increased by 6.5%. Toncoin, LUNA, HNT, and EGLD led deep-value gains, while RSR, CHZ, POLY, and BTRST were the top losers. The fear & greed index rose to 25, remaining in “extreme fear.”
Crypto trader turns $3K into $2M after CZ post sends memecoin soaring
A trader transformed a $3,000 BNB stake into nearly $2 million after Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao reposted the BNB Chain’s phishing incident post alongside a new “4” memecoin. Blockchain data shows the trader was among the first buyers, achieving a 650× return and retaining $1.88 million in unrealized gains. “Smart money” wallets also accumulated the token following the viral social media mention.
Bitcoin corrects from $125K all-time high after record surge
Bitcoin entered a brief retracement phase, falling over $2,000 from its $125,000 record high as traders assessed potential support levels around $118,000–$124,000. Derivative data indicated short sellers were trapped near the peak, driving stop-loss liquidations and heightened volatility. Analysts noted institutions are monitoring price action to gauge continued momentum in the “debasement trade.”
Binance aims to turn Thailand into cryptocurrency hub
Binance identified Thailand’s clear legal framework, rising public crypto awareness, and supportive macroeconomic conditions as key pillars to foster growth. Chainalysis data ranked Thailand seventh in Asia-Pacific for crypto adoption, with nearly 2.83 million accounts and THB100 billion in assets under management as of August 2025. The exchange targets Thailand in its drive to reach one billion users by year-end.
Bitcoin hits all-time high above $125,000
Bitcoin surged to a record peak, climbing 2.7% to $125,245.57 after breaking its previous high set in mid-August. The rally reflects strong institutional demand, inflows into spot bitcoin ETFs, and a broader risk-on environment amid U.S. market gains. The U.S. dollar weakened as investors weighed uncertainty over a potential government shutdown and delayed economic data.
Crypto Digest — 05 October 2025
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🔎 Coin Research — Linea (LINEA) — 05 October 2025
New weekly coin research for Linea (LINEA). — Score: 8.00/10 TL;DR: A fully EVM-equivalent zkEVM rollup with native ETH burn and yield mechanics strengthening Ethereum’s security and economic model
Bitcoin Nears $124K as Total Crypto Market Cap Tops $4.21T
Bitcoin rallied 14% over the past week to near $124,000 amid a US government shutdown and dovish Fed outlook. On-chain data indicated a $1.6B surge in buy volume and a $92 Coinbase premium gap, signaling strong US-led demand.
VanEck Details Significant Impacts of Ethereum’s Fusaka Upgrade
Asset manager VanEck outlined how Ethereum’s upcoming Fusaka upgrade will reduce rollup data burdens via PeerDAS, enhancing layer-2 scalability and reinforcing ETH’s role as a monetary asset in a rollup-centric ecosystem.
Ripple Engineer Outlines Privacy-First Roadmap for XRP Ledger
Ripple cryptographer Ayo Akinyele detailed enhancements to the XRP Ledger focusing on privacy, compliance and scalability, highlighting zero-knowledge proofs and confidential tokens. The roadmap aims to position XRPL as the institutional blockchain of choice.
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LINK Gains Momentum as Plasma Integrates Chainlink Oracle Services
Chainlink’s LINK token established a higher low after a slight pullback, posting a 6.7% weekly gain. Plasma has adopted Chainlink Scale, integrating CCIP, Data Streams, and Data Feeds to support stablecoin use cases. Institutional pilots signal growing adoption.
Aave Breaks Resistance as DeFi Market Hits Record $219B Size
Aave’s native token rebounded by 2% to $287.10 after breaking key resistance levels, contributing to a 6% weekly gain. The broader DeFi market reached a record $219 billion in total value locked, with Aave deposits topping $74 billion.
UK Orders Apple iCloud Backdoor, Poses Crypto Wallet Security Risk
The UK ordered Apple to enable access to encrypted iCloud backups of British users, which may expose cryptocurrency wallet keys to hacking. Experts warn that this backdoor undermines end-to-end encryption and heightens risks of identity theft and fraud.
🔎 Coin Research — EVAA Protocol (EVAA) — 04 October 2025
New weekly coin research for EVAA Protocol (EVAA). — Score: 8.00/10 TL;DR: Telegram-native decentralized lending protocol on TON offering seamless DeFi via Telegram Mini App, featuring integrated leveraged liquid staking
Tether Plans Tokenized Gold Treasury Firm with Antalpha Funding
Tether is working with Antalpha to raise at least $200 million for a digital asset treasury focused on tokenized gold. The firm plans to stockpile XAUT, a gold-backed token, under custody in Swiss vaults. The move builds on Tether’s expanding asset strategies.
Coinbase Applies for Federal Trust Charter, Aims to Avoid Bank Status
Coinbase applied for a national trust charter with the U.S. OCC to secure federal oversight. This would enable expansion of payments and settlement services without state-by-state approvals. The company affirmed it will not convert into a full-service bank.
BNB Breakout Over $1.1K Leaves Bitcoin, Dogecoin Behind, With Ecosystem Tokens in Focus
BNB surged past $1,100, boosting attention to BNB Chain protocols and driving increased network activity. Binance founder endorsements and PancakeSwap trading fees rose, while the total value locked on the chain increased only modestly, suggesting cautious long-term capital allocation.
XRP Gains 3% as SBI Lending and ETF Catalyst Drive Flows
XRP rose 3% to above $3.00 amid expanded institutional lending by SBI Holdings and pending ETF approval speculation. Short-term floor identified near $2.99, with resistance capping at $3.10. Seven XRP ETF applications remain under SEC review ahead of mid-October deadlines.
Bitcoin to $200K by End of 2025? This Cycle Indicator Points to Explosive Months Ahead
On-chain demand metrics have increased since July, mirroring previous bull cycles and potentially driving bitcoin beyond $200,000 by year-end. Trader’s Realized Price at $116,000 is identified as a key threshold for bull phase transition. ETF inflows and whale accumulation underpin the bullish outlook.
Nomura-Owned Laser Digital Plans Crypto License Application in Japan: Bloomberg
Laser Digital, a subsidiary of Nomura Group, is preparing to apply for a crypto trading license in Japan. Pre-consultation talks are underway with the Financial Services Agency to offer institutional digital-asset services. Expansion reflects optimism in Japan’s digital-asset ecosystem.
Accumulation Trends Strengthen as Bitcoin Breaks Through $120K
Aggregate Accumulation Trend Score rose above 0.5 for the first sustained time since August, indicating renewed demand over supply. Mid-size wallets have shifted into accumulation mode while whales continue distribution pressure. Bitcoin gained roughly 8% during U.S. trading hours this week.
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Citi Sees Bitcoin Hitting $181K in 2026 as ETF Flows Drive Crypto Higher
Citi forecasts Bitcoin at $133K by end-2025 and $181K in 12 months, with Ether at $4.5K by year-end. Institutional demand and ETF inflows remain key drivers amid favorable regulation.
Crypto for Advisors: Is Bitcoin Lending Back?
A pilot resurgence in institutional crypto lending is underway with stricter collateral rules post-2022 crash. DeFi transparency and regulated CeFi services offer renewed trust for wealth managers.
BBVA Teams With SGX FX to Launch Retail Crypto Trading in Europe
Spanish bank BBVA is partnering with SGX FX to integrate crypto trading infrastructure, enabling retail customers to trade Bitcoin and Ether 24/7 via existing platforms under MiCA compliance.
🔎 Coin Research — OpenVPP (OVPP) — 03 October 2025
New weekly coin research for OpenVPP (OVPP). — Score: 6.00/10 TL;DR: OpenVPP is the first decentralized payment and tokenization layer for the $10T global electric utility industry, enabling stablecoin micropayments, DER routing,
White House Weighing Candidates for Multiple CFTC Spots: Giancarlo
The Trump administration is reportedly near naming a new CFTC chairman nominee after dropping its first pick. Former Chairman Chris Giancarlo said Mike Selig may be considered for a commission slot.
Bitcoin Hits $120K With Traders Eyeing Bullish October Rally
Bitcoin surged past $120,000 for the first time since August as futures open interest hit a record $32.6 billion amid macro uncertainty from a U.S. government shutdown and renewed ETF hopes.
Bullish to launch bitcoin options trading with major industry partners
Bullish will launch bitcoin options trading on October 8, offering European-style contracts settled in USDC with tenors from three weeks to three months. The product leverages a unified margin system and will be supported by leading market makers.
BBVA partners with SGX FX to offer retail crypto trading in Europe
Spanish bank BBVA partnered with SGX FX to integrate its digital asset platform, enabling retail clients to trade bitcoin and ether 24/7 via existing channels. The move leverages MiCA regulations to expand crypto services across EMEA.
Dogecoin jumps 9% and Shiba Inu surges 6% amid memecoin momentum
Dogecoin jumped nearly 9% in 24 hours, breaking resistance on heavy trading amid U.S. ETF approval speculation, while Shiba Inu rose 6% as exchange reserves fell to multi-year lows, indicating reduced supply and institutional accumulation.
EU risk board urges urgent safeguards for stablecoins
The EU’s financial risk board called for immediate safeguards on stablecoins partly issued outside the bloc, warning that vulnerabilities in multi-issuer schemes could pose liquidity risks and undermine reserve stability. A policy response is needed.
Citigroup raises ether year-end outlook and lowers bitcoin forecast
Citigroup raised its 2025 year-end price target for ether to $4,500 while trimming bitcoin to $133,000, citing evolving investor flows and macroeconomic variables. Analysts project further upside driven by ETF inflows and DeFi staking.
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U.S. Senate Hearing Exposes Challenges in Crypto Tax Reporting
A Senate Finance Committee hearing revealed that major crypto brokers, including Coinbase, are set to submit unprecedented data volumes to the IRS, which may strain agency resources. Executives warned of administrative hurdles and unresolved policy questions around de minimis and staking gains reporting.
Memecoins Are No Longer a Joke, Galaxy Digital Says in New Report
Galaxy Digital research concludes that memecoins have matured into a significant market segment, driving liquidity, fees and community engagement. The report highlights the role of platforms like Pump.fun in spawning thousands of tokens, testing infrastructure and reshaping trading habits across chains.
When Could Bitcoin Break Out to New Highs? Watch Out for Gold
Bitcoin has traded in a narrow $100 000–$120 000 range for three months while gold surged past record highs. Historical data shows alternating cycles between the two assets, suggesting bitcoin may rally once gold’s momentum eases. Analysts monitor correlation shifts for a breakout signal.
🔎 Coin Research — Bitlight (LIGHT) — 02 October 2025
New weekly coin research for Bitlight (LIGHT). — Score: 7.00/10 TL;DR: Pioneering native Bitcoin smart contracts and stablecoin rails via RGB protocol integrated with the Lightning Network.
Sui Blockchain to Host Native Stablecoins Backed by Ethena and BlackRock’s Tokenized Fund
SUI Group, Ethena and the Sui Foundation announced two new native stablecoins, USDi and suiUSDe, on Sui blockchain. USDi will be backed by BlackRock’s tokenized BUIDL fund and suiUSDe will use synthetic backing via digital assets. Launch planned later this year to boost on-chain liquidity and protocol utility.
Leading Democrat Wyden Continues Probe Into Pantera Founder Morehead’s Taxes
Senator Ron Wyden opened a formal inquiry into whether Pantera Capital’s Dan Morehead misreported over $1 billion in crypto capital gains by claiming Puerto Rico residency. The probe examines if residency status was misrepresented to exploit tax incentives. The inquiry follows press reports suggesting potential avoidance of U.S. taxes on substantial gains.
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🔎 Coin Research — Avantis (AVNT) — 01 October 2025
New weekly coin research for Avantis (AVNT). — Score: 7.00/10 TL;DR: Avantis is a zero-fee decentralized exchange on Base offering up to 500x leverage on crypto and real-world assets perps, combining institutional-grade trading w
Societe Generale’s Crypto Arm Deploys Euro and Dollar Stablecoins on Uniswap, Morpho
SG-FORGE, Societe Generale’s digital assets unit, has listed its EURCV and USDCV stablecoins on Ethereum-based Morpho and Uniswap. The move enables 24/7 lending, borrowing, and spot trading, with Flowdesk providing liquidity and MEV Capital managing vault collateral.
Deutsche Börse, Circle to Integrate Stablecoins Into European Market Infrastructure
Deutsche Börse and Circle have signed an MoU to integrate Circle’s EURC and USDC stablecoins into Europe’s trading, settlement, and custody infrastructure. Enabled by EU MiCAR regulation, the project will list tokens on 360T and Crypto Finance, with Clearstream handling custody.
Bitcoin Options Tied to BlackRock’s IBIT Are Now Wall Street’s Favorite
Open interest in BlackRock’s IBIT bitcoin options reached nearly $38 billion after Friday’s expiry, overtaking Deribit’s $32 billion. The shift reflects growing institutional appetite on regulated venues, with IBIT and Deribit now capturing almost 90% of global BTC options market share.
Visa Pilots Pre-Funded Stablecoins for Cross-Border Payments
Visa has begun a pilot allowing clients to pre-fund Visa Direct accounts with US dollar and euro stablecoins instead of fiat. The initiative aims to reduce funding friction, accelerate liquidity access, and lower cross-border transaction costs by treating stablecoin balances as cash equivalents.
Chainlink, UBS Advance $100T Fund Industry Tokenization via Swift Workflow
Pilot enables banks to instruct tokenized fund subscriptions and redemptions via Swift messaging, using Chainlink Runtime Environment to translate ISO 20022 messages into on-chain transactions. UBS collaboration targets over $100 trillion in global fund assets, aiming to streamline institutional access to blockchain infrastructure.
Maple Finance to Tie Into Elwood to Bring Institutional Credit Strategies On-Chain
Maple Finance and Elwood Technologies have partnered to integrate institutional execution, portfolio, and risk management tools with Maple’s on-chain lending platform, aiming to streamline digital asset credit markets.
Chainlink Teams With Major Financial Institutions to Fix $58B Corporate Actions Problem
Chainlink is working with 24 global financial institutions, including SWIFT and DTCC, to pilot blockchain-and-AI-based processing of corporate actions. The initiative aims to cut the $58 billion annual industry cost.
AllUnity and Stripe’s Privy Join Forces to Enable Euro Stablecoin Payments
AllUnity, issuer of the EURAU euro stablecoin, and Stripe’s Privy have partnered to integrate EURAU into fintech and enterprise applications. The move allows programmable euro payments under BaFin’s e-money license.
🔎 Coin Research — Orderly Network (ORDER) — 30 September 2025
New weekly coin research for Orderly Network (ORDER). — Score: 8.00/10 TL;DR: Omnichain on-chain orderbook infrastructure providing unified liquidity across EVM and non-EVM chains, enabling decentralized perpetual trading with institution
SWIFT to Develop Blockchain-Based Ledger for 24/7 Cross-Border Payments
SWIFT is collaborating with over 30 financial institutions to build a blockchain-based ledger for continuous cross-border payments. The ledger, based on a ConsenSys prototype, aims to record and validate transactions in real time.
Leveraged Bitcoin Longs are Back in Force, Trading Firm Says
BTC perpetual futures open interest and funding rates have increased, indicating renewed long-position confidence. QCP Capital reports open interest rose from $42.8 billion to $43.6 billion and annualized funding rates jumped above 13%.
AllUnity and Stripe’s Privy Join Forces to Enable Euro Stablecoin Payments
AllUnity, issuer of the EURAU euro stablecoin, and Stripe-owned Privy have partnered to integrate EURAU wallets into fintech and enterprise applications. The collaboration supports programmable treasury functions and anticipates the EU’s MiCAR framework set for 2026 enforcement.
SWIFT to Develop Blockchain-Based Ledger for 24/7 Cross-Border Payments
SWIFT is collaborating with over 30 financial institutions and Ethereum developer Consensys to build a blockchain-based ledger for its network, enabling continuous cross-border payments with transaction sequencing, validation, and enforcement via smart contracts.
Maple Finance to Tie Into Elwood to Bring Institutional Credit Strategies On-Chain
Maple Finance and Elwood Technologies have partnered to integrate institutional execution, portfolio, and risk management tools with Maple’s on-chain lending platform. The collaboration aims to reduce infrastructure gaps, enabling banks and asset managers to access tokenized credit markets with professional-grade systems.
IBIT’s Options Market Fuels Bitcoin ETF Dominance
A recent report finds that IBIT now controls 57.5 % of Bitcoin ETF assets under management after ETF options launch in November 2024. Daily options volumes of $4–5 billion have reshaped market flows, eclipsing futures and altering volatility patterns.
Revolut Weighs $75B Dual Listing in London and New York
Revolut, valued at $75 billion with 65 million users, is exploring a dual listing in London and New York for its upcoming IPO. The move could mark the first simultaneous entry into the FTSE 100 and a U.S. exchange listing, leveraging new FTSE rules to boost liquidity.