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A recent post by XRP commentator Remi Relief on the social media platform X has looked into the possibility of XRP’s price reaching the $1,000 price level. XRP is currently trading well below even the double-digit mark. However, according to this crypto commentator, XRP can get to $1,000, and the world doesn’t need to wait until 2030 for this to happen. Vision Of XRP’s Global Purpose In his post, Remi Relief questioned the widespread belief that a $1,000 price target could only be achieved by XRP by 2030. The timeline for XRP to reach $1,000 is going to be far less than that, with the analyst noting that the global economy is moving too quickly for it to take that long. He described the altcoin’s rise as something far bigger than predictions, and this is because the cryptocurrency is set to play an important role in stabilizing the world’s financial system. Remi Relief’s outlook places XRP at the core of a growing realignment in the world’s financial system. “It’s going that high for the world’s sake,” he said. He contends that the cryptocurrency’s growth is tied to a global effort to rebalance debt and liquidity. Hence, the recent price crashes we’ve seen with XRP and other cryptocurrencies are a deliberate play by institutional players to accumulate more XRP while smaller investors capitulate. According to Remi Relief, these shakeouts are deliberate and designed to clear the market so that major entities can assume dominance before the price finally explodes. He also suggested that political resistance, particularly from the Democratic Party in the United States, could slow or suppress XRP’s ascent, as maintaining control over the traditional banking system aligns with their interests. If such resistance succeeds, the token might fall short of the $1,000 target but could still reach between $100 and $300 before stabilizing. Nonetheless, this is an acceptable outcome given the current XRP price levels. What Must Align For The Altcoin To Reach $1,000 Extraordinary developments in both market structure and adoption would be required in order for XRP to reach a four-digit price level. Predictions like these, as we’ve seen from many XRP enthusiasts, are dependent on whether the token gains widespread adoption in the world’s financial ecosystem. Institutional integration would have to expand to a scale where XRP becomes an indispensable liquidity bridge for global payments, central bank settlements, and large-value transfers. At the same time, demand from major financial institutions, including banks, fintech companies, and possibly even governments, would need to grow exponentially in order for this to be reflected in the XRP price. At the same time, a reduction in the liquid supply would be needed. This could happen through large-scale lockups, increased network utility, or widespread adoption in tokenized asset systems that reduce the circulating supply of XRP. In another post on the social media platform X, Remi Relief projected that the altcoin’s price could surge to $1,700 if it repeats its 2017/2018 performance. At the time of writing, XRP is trading at $2.42.

Trade analysis and advice on trading the European currency The price test of 1.1619 occurred when the MACD indicator had already moved significantly below the zero mark, which limited the pair's downward potential. For this reason, I did not sell the euro. The second test of 1.1619 led to the implementation of buy scenario #2, since at that moment the MACD was already in the oversold area. However, the pair failed to show a strong upward movement afterward. The decline in the euro's exchange rate against the U.S. dollar is quite logical, given the lack of economic indicators supporting the euro recently. Against this backdrop, investors who are concerned about the region's economic prospects are favoring more stable assets, which currently include the dollar. Additional pressure on the euro also comes from forecasts regarding the future monetary policy of the European Central Bank. The second half of the day is notable only for a speech by FOMC member Christopher Waller, which reduces the likelihood of a significant rise in EUR/USD quotes. The market will focus on his comments about inflation and the future path of interest rates. A dovish tone could weaken the dollar, but since the outlook for rate cuts in the U.S. is already fairly clear, such remarks are unlikely to put substantial pressure on the dollar. As for intraday strategy, I'll mainly rely on implementing scenarios #1 and #2. Buy Signal Scenario #1: Today, it's possible to buy the euro when the price reaches around 1.1635 (the green line on the chart) with a target of rising to 1.1674. At 1.1674, I plan to exit the market and also sell the euro in the opposite direction, expecting a movement of 30–35 points from the entry point. You can count on euro growth today only if the Fed representatives' statements are dovish.Important! Before buying, make sure that the MACD indicator is above the zero line and just beginning to rise from it. Scenario #2: I also plan to buy the euro today in case of two consecutive tests of the 1.1606 price level, at the moment when the MACD indicator is in the oversold area. This will limit the pair's downward potential and trigger a market reversal upward. A rise to the opposite levels of 1.1635 and 1.1674 can then be expected. Sell Signal Scenario #1: I plan to sell the euro after reaching the 1.1606 level (the red line on the chart). The target will be 1.1573, where I plan to exit the market and immediately buy in the opposite direction, expecting a movement of 20–25 points back from that level. Pressure on the pair may increase significantly today.Important! Before selling, make sure that the MACD indicator is below the zero line and just beginning to decline from it. Scenario #2: I also plan to sell the euro today in case of two consecutive tests of the 1.1635 price level, at the moment when the MACD indicator is in the overbought area. This will limit the pair's upward potential and trigger a market reversal downward. A decline toward the opposite levels of 1.1606 and 1.1573 can then be expected. Chart Explanation Thin green line – the entry price at which you can buy the trading instrument.Thick green line – the approximate price where you can set a Take Profit or close the trade manually, as further growth above this level is unlikely.Thin red line – the entry price at which you can sell the trading instrument.Thick red line – the approximate price where you can set a Take Profit or close the trade manually, as further decline below this level is unlikely.MACD indicator – when entering the market, it's important to consider overbought and oversold zones.Important Notice for Beginners Beginner Forex traders should make market entry decisions with great caution. Before major fundamental reports are released, it's best to stay out of the market to avoid sudden price swings. If you decide to trade during news releases, always set stop-loss orders to minimize losses. Without stop-losses, you can quickly lose your entire deposit, especially if you neglect money management and trade large volumes. And remember: for successful trading, you must have a clear trading plan, like the one presented above. Making spontaneous trading decisions based on the current market situation is an inherently losing strategy for intraday traders. The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com

Congo’s export quotas have lit a fire under cobalt prices and spending on the battery material is up 43% year on year despite ongoing thrifting. A surge in supply from the Congo, responsible for 80% of the world’s cobalt output, coupled with cooling demand from the electric vehicle market, saw cobalt prices sink to historic lows at the start of 2025. Copper production in the DRC increased by nearly 40% last year, but last week Kinshasa began implementing a quota system to replace a ban announced in February Allowed base volumes of 87,000 tonnes per year is around half total exports registered in 2024. The price of cobalt sulphate entering the EV battery supply chain in China is now trading over 120% higher than at the start of the year averaging $7,775 a tonne in September (still nowhere near the 2022 peak of $19,000 per tonne). Tender cancelled Cobalt prices would likely remain elevated and could rise further under the quota scheme put in place for 2026 and 2027. That would have played a part in the US Dept of War cancelling a $500 million tender to stockpile the metal. The CEO of the world’s number one producer of cobalt, China’s CMOC Group, also warned last week that cobalt at these levels could lead to demand destruction and substitution, although that has been a long-running trend for cobalt users. Cobalt consumption in EV batteries overtook other sources of demand like aerospace several years ago and the downstream impact of the DRC strategy has been swift. The latest data from Toronto-based research consultants Adamas Intelligence tracking global EV battery metal deployment paired with monthly prices shows the size of the battery cobalt market in September totalled an estimated $227.7 million. That’s the highest value since December 2022, and up just shy of 111% year on year and 32% month on month. So far this year the value of installed cobalt tonnes in EV batteries total $1.1 billion, up 43% compared to the same period last year. The sales weighted average value of the cobalt contained in EV batteries has hit $73 per vehicle, up from less than $40 at the start of the year. Keeping in mind that the installed tonnage does not take into account any losses during processing, chemical conversion or battery production scrap (often well into double digit percentages), so required tonnes and revenues are meaningfully higher at the mine mouth. Thrifting The turnaround in fortunes comes despite years-long thrifting by EV battery manufacturers and the rise of LFP or lithium iron phosphate batteries. Models fitted with LFP batteries now make up more than 40% of global EV sales even when including conventional hybrids where nickel metal hydride power packs dominate. Excluding HEVs the number of EVs sold this year without nickel, cobalt or manganese rises to 55%. The top 10 includes only three Chinese brands, an indication of LFP’s grip on the world’s largest EV market by a country mile. The top automaker based on cobalt spending is Volkswagen at $150.5 million. Volkswagen, and its many brands including Audi, Skoda, Cupra and Porsche, is having a bumper year with full electric and plug-in hybrid sales up 45% year on year for the first eight months of 2025. That it tops the charts on cobalt spending is an indication of its heavy reliance on NCM (nickel-cobalt-manganese) battery chemistries compared to rivals. Number two Geely, which owns among others the Volvo and Polestar brands, spent $106.2 million over the first eight months of the year, a 19% jump, while Tesla’s spending increased by 31% year over year to $94.1 million. Tesla first introduced LFP batteries into its line-up in 2020 and now 44% of Tesla battery packs hitting roads for the first time this year sport this cathode. That helps explain why the automaker sits at number three for cobalt while consistently topping the charts for overall battery metal consumption. Lord of LFP Other notable spenders include BMW Group (up 47% to $61.6 million) and rival Mercedes-Benz at $49.7 million, a 37% jump compared to last year. LFP is absent from both the German luxury brands’ EV portfolio. NCM is still the preferred battery for higher end and sporty models, but LFP has been eating into NCM’s market share in these segments too with BMW introducing the technology in its upcoming Neue Klasse EVs scheduled to go on sale next year. Conspicuous by its absence is BYD, the world’s number one EV maker. The Shenzhen-based company switched to an all-LFP model line-up when it introduced its Blade battery packs in 2020, giving it an edge over rivals in the cutthroat market in China and its expanding tireprint in the rest of the world. With lithium prices also showing signs of life, BYD’s cost advantage will erode over the coming months.

Southern Copper (NYSE, LON: SCCO) has secured a long-awaited licence for its $1.8-billion Tía María copper project in Peru, marking a major step forward after years of social unrest and political delays. Peru’s Ministry of Energy and Mines (Minem) approved the mining licence last week, clearing the way for the project to enter the exploitation phase. Located in the Islay province of the Arequipa region, the project is expected to reignite confidence in Peru’s mining sector and potentially unlock other stalled developments across the country. Tía María faced years of delays due to local opposition over environmental concerns. Protests between 2011 and 2015 left six people dead and forced the project’s suspension. Although the government approved the mine in 2019, it tied progress to the restoration of social stability. Southern Copper resumed development in 2024 after local tensions eased. With the licence now in hand, the company can begin pre-mining work and pit stripping. The project is 25% complete, with most progress centred on auxiliary facilities and the treatment plant. The initial construction phase, covering access roads and platforms, was 90% finished as of July. Tía María is expected to begin production by late 2026 or early 2027, delivering 120,000 tonnes of copper annually over a projected 20-year lifespan. The output would secure Peru’s position as the world’s third-largest copper producer. $7 billion worth of projects In 2024, Southern Copper Peru produced 414,000 tonnes of copper, ranking it as the country’s second-largest producer. But the broader mining landscape remains constrained. A recent study found that 31% of Peru’s untapped copper production capacity, equal to around 1.8 million tonnes per year, is effectively “off-market” due to environmental, social, or governance challenges. The Peruvian Institute of Economics (IPE), an industry-backed think tank, estimates that about $7 billion worth of copper projects are stalled due to illegal mining invasions. Impacted developments include Southern Copper’s Michiquillay and Los Chancas projects, as well as First Quantum’s Haquira copper project. IPE also forecasts illegal gold exports could reach $12 billion in 2025.

Headwater Gold (CSE: HWG) says its exploration permit on the Spring Peak project in Nevada has been selected as part of the FAST-41 program, a US federal initiative designed to streamline approvals for vital infrastructure related to mining projects. In a press release on Monday, the Canadian-listed gold junior confirmed that the exploration project, referred to as the Burnt Rock Plan of Operations, will now appear on the FAST-41 project dashboard. This inclusion would provide for “transparent and efficient regulatory review and predictable permitting timelines” for the Spring Peak gold exploration project, Headwater said. Shares of Headwater Gold rose by nearly 5% on Tuesday following the announcement, giving the Vancouver-based company a market capitalization of C$47.4 million ($33.8 million). Newmont-funded exploration Exploration at Spring Peak is being funded by Newmont (NYSE, ASX: NEM), the world’s leading gold miner, as part of an earn-in agreement entered into in August 2022. Under that agreement, Newmont can acquire up to 75% of the Spring Peak project by spending $55 million in exploration in two stages and completing a prefeasibility study in the third and final stage. Last month, it completed the first stage by spending $15 million, thereby earning a 51% initial interest. The currently contemplated exploration program pertains to the second stage, where the Colorado-based miner can spend another $40 million within three years for an additional 14% interest. The remaining 10% will be contingent on the PFS completion. Newmont’s decision to proceed to Stage 2 follows its “discovery of the high-grade Disco zone, encouraging drill results from the Shadow target, and an expanding set of additional property scale targets,” Headwater’s president and CEO Caleb Stroup said in a press release dated Sept. 26, noting that a “significantly expanded drill permit” is currently undergoing agency review. Under the plan of operations, Newmont will increase the exploration search space on the project and opens up exploration drilling along the interpreted projection of mineralized trends under thin volcanic cover. This includes the potential construction of up to 266 drill sites, 29 miles of new access roads, and a comprehensive reclamation plan for all proposed exploration activity disturbance. Commenting on the FAST-41 inclusion, Stroup said: The continued support of the federal government for mining and exploration projects underscores the growing recognition of the importance of a domestic mineral supply chain. FAST-41 is the track that high-quality, federally recognized projects are placed on, providing the transparency and predictability that are so critical to advancing exploration in the US.” High-grade gold in Nevada The Spring Peak project is located in western Nevada’s Walker Lane belt, a region with over 170 years of gold and silver production history and home to major mining operations. The property sits next to Hecla Mining Company’s past-producing Aurora mine, where existing infrastructure includes a 600-ton-per-day mill, several production water wells and high-voltage three-phase power. Drilling to date has confirmed the presence of high-grade gold mineralization at the Disco zone, including intersections such as 15.92 grams per tonne (g/t) gold over 2.38 metres and 10.43 g/t gold over 2.01 metres, within a broader zone of 2.73 g/t gold over 34.72 metres. Headwater currently holds an option to acquire a 100% undivided interest in the Spring Peak project from Orogen Royalties (TSXV: OGN), subject to retained royalties and Newmont’s earn-in option.

What to Know: Blockchain.com is reportedly considering a public listing via a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC). A SPAC route is viewed as quicker and less complex than a traditional IPO. The hiring of a CFO (Justin Evans) from Goldman Sachs and a COO (Mike Wilcox) indicates preparations for a public company structure. The step would further develop crypto infrastructure and identify the best cryptocurrencies to buy – such as $HYPER and $PEPENODE – as the blockchain economy expands. Crypto wallet and exchange firm Blockchain.com is reportedly exploring a public listing via a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC). Following in the footsteps of other planned public listings by major exchanges, such as Kraken and Gemini, Blockchain.com’s move attracts attention not only for the firm itself, but also for what it may signal about the broader cryptocurrency market momentum. Could this be the moment that infrastructure stocks and token projects align for a resurgence? With the specter of a SPAC in the background, the best crypto to buy now includes $HYPER, $BNB, and $PEPENODE – learn why as we go. Blockchain.com’s Background Blockchain.com, founded in 2011, has grown into a well-established name in the cryptocurrency space, offering wallet, trading, and custody services to millions of users. Over the years, the company has weathered multiple market cycles as one of the longest-running large crypto exchanges and built a substantial user base. Rather than pursuing a traditional initial public offering (IPO), Blockchain.com is reportedly weighing the SPAC pathway. A SPAC is a ‘blank-check’ company created to acquire existing businesses and bring them public more quickly. The advantages include quicker access to public markets, potentially lower complexity, and faster execution, all of which are very appealing in a volatile environment. 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XRP continues to face pressure as bulls struggle to push the price back above key resistance levels. After weeks of declines, market sentiment remains fragile, with many traders questioning whether the altcoin can find solid footing. However, some analysts still see potential upside — provided XRP manages to reclaim higher levels and attract renewed buying interest. Fresh data from CryptoQuant sheds light on an important dynamic unfolding behind the scenes. Since the beginning of October, a clear shift has emerged in the behavior of XRP whales. According to the Whale-to-Exchange Flow chart for Binance, a surge in large deposits began on October 1st and persisted until October 17th, marking one of the most active periods of whale movement this year. This pattern typically signals mounting selling pressure, as large holders transfer assets to exchanges either to take profits or manage risk. Yet, for some analysts, these flows may also indicate repositioning — whales preparing for the next major move once volatility subsides. With on-chain activity rising and price volatility tightening, XRP now finds itself at a pivotal point where the next breakout — or breakdown — could define the rest of October’s trend. XRP Whale Activity Signals Selling Pressure According to insights by CryptoOnchain, the surge in XRP whale activity reached its peak on October 11th, when Whale-to-Exchange Transactions climbed to nearly 43,000 — one of the highest levels recorded this year. Such a sharp rise in inflows to centralized exchanges like Binance typically signals mounting selling pressure, as large holders prepare to liquidate positions, secure profits, or hedge against further downside risk. This wave of whale transfers aligns closely with the broader price trend. Since early October, XRP’s market structure has weakened, confirming that these on-chain movements were not random but rather part of a larger distribution phase. When comparing data, the timing is striking: the escalation in exchange deposits directly corresponds with a sharp price drop from above 3.0 to roughly 2.3, underscoring the weight of institutional or high-net-worth selling. Such coordinated behavior among large holders often sets the tone for short-term market direction. Historically, heavy whale inflows tend to precede local bottoms, as the liquidity created by sell pressure eventually attracts new buyers. However, for now, this pattern reinforces caution — suggesting that XRP remains under pressure until the outflow-to-inflow ratio flips back in favor of accumulation. If selling eases and outflows rise again, it could mark the early stages of stabilization. Until then, whale behavior remains a key signal to watch, especially as the asset attempts to recover from one of its steepest declines in recent months. XRP Price Analysis: Bulls Struggle to Regain Momentum XRP is showing signs of short-term stabilization after weeks of selling pressure, trading around $2.42 at the time of writing. The recent bounce from the $2.30 support zone suggests that buyers are attempting to defend this key level, but the broader structure remains fragile. The chart shows that XRP continues to trade below its 50-day and 100-day moving averages, signaling that the short- to mid-term trend remains bearish. The price failed to reclaim the $2.60–$2.70 resistance range, which now acts as a major supply zone following the sharp decline from early October highs near $3.0. The 200-day moving average, currently hovering around $2.55, is also capping upside momentum, reinforcing the difficulty for bulls to regain control. If XRP closes above $2.60, it could open the door for a retest of $2.90. However, losing the $2.30 support would expose the next key level near $2.00, where the market may attempt to find stronger demand. Overall, XRP remains in a delicate position — oscillating between potential recovery and further downside risk. The coming sessions will be decisive, as price action consolidates under heavy whale-driven selling pressure and uncertain sentiment. Featured image from ChatGPT, chart from TradingView.com

Gold prices fell by its most in four years on Tuesday as investors booked profits following an extended rally that saw the metal rise for nine straight weeks while hitting successive records. Spot gold hit as low as $4,151.91 per ounce, representing a 5.3% decline over the all-time high of $4,380.89 per ounce set just a day ago. US gold futures saw a 4.6% decline in New York, trading at around $4,161.60 per ounce. Click on chart for live prices. The declines were gold’s biggest intraday drop since 2021, when the metal was still trading at sub $2,000 an ounce. Since then, its value has more than doubled as geopolitical concerns surfaced and central banks began accumulating bullion at an unprecedented pace. As gold rallied, major banks and analysts continue to raise their outlook on the metal, predicting that elevated geopolitical and economic risks will keep demand and prices elevated. Some, including HSBC, have set a price target of $5,000 per ounce for next year. Profit taking Still, gold investors may have to stay patient given how high the metal has flown without taking much of a breather. “Gold dips were being bought as recently as yesterday, but the sharp jump in volatility at the highs over the past week is flashing caution and may encourage at least short-term profit-taking,” Tai Wong, an independent metals trader, told Reuters on Tuesday. Gold’s pullback coincides with a cool-off in safe-haven demand, as US-China trade tensions appear to have eased with the two sides slated to work out a deal ahead of the Nov. 1 tariff deadline. “Better risk appetite in the general marketplace early this week is bearish for the safe-haven metals,” said Jim Wyckoff, senior analyst at Kitco Metals, in a note. Despite Tuesday’s sharp decline, gold remains one of the best-performing commodities of 2025, rising by two-quarters year to date. Correction due “In the last couple of trading sessions traders have increasingly been looking over their shoulders, as concerns about a correction and consolidation have arisen,” said Ole Hansen, commodities strategist at Saxo Bank, in a Bloomberg note. “It’s during corrections that a market’s true strength is revealed, and this time should be no different, with an underlying bid likely keeping any pullback limited,” he added. With the ongoing US government shutdown, commodity traders have also been left without one of their most valuable tools — a weekly report from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission that indicates how hedge funds and other money managers are positioned in US gold and silver futures. As a result, volatility in precious metals has surged in recent days, with traders seeking to hedge against potential price drops in other parts of their portfolios, or profit from the fall. More than 2 million options contracts linked to the world’s largest gold-backed exchange traded fund were traded on both Thursday and Friday of last week, surpassing a previous record, according to Bloomberg. “The absence of positioning data comes at a delicate time, with a potential build-up in speculative long exposure in both metals making both more vulnerable to correction,” Hansen said. (With files from Bloomberg and Reuters) Sponsored: Secure your wealth today — buy gold bullion directly through our trusted partner, Sprott Money.

UK private-equity firm Appian Capital Advisory is teaming up with the World Bank-owned International Finance Corporation (IFC) to start a $1 billion critical minerals, metals and mining fund that will be dedicated to emerging markets. Washington-based IFC will anchor the fund, contributing $100 million at first, while its IFC Asset Management unit raises additional capital, according to a statement issued Tuesday. The fund will aim to support the development of “responsible, high-impact” mining projects for commodities essential to economic growth, the energy transition and key digital technologies. IFC’s commitment “is a strong endorsement of our ability to identify and responsibly develop high-quality assets, unlocking long-term value for our partners,” Appian founder and CEO Michael Scherb said in the statement. “It also underscores the vital role mining can play in driving sustainable economic growth and delivering lasting benefits for local communities, particularly in regions where development needs are most pressing.” Managed by London-based Appian, the fund will target equity, credit and royalty investments across emerging markets, with a focus on Africa and Latin America. It will finance mineral development projects across all stages, including construction, production and expansion. It’s the first mining-focused vehicle created solely to invest in emerging markets. Atlantic Nickel Its maiden investment is in Atlantic Nickel’s Santa Rita nickel-copper-cobalt open pit mine in Brazil’s Bahia state. As Santa Rita transitions to underground production, annual output is expected to climb to about 30,000 tonnes of nickel equivalent, with a mine life of more than 30 years. Atlantic Nickel is owned by Appian, and IFC is investing on the same terms as other investors. Appian is spending $600 million from this year through 2030 on the underground transition, the company’s base metals head said in an interview in March. “Minerals are essential for building industries, creating jobs and driving economic growth,” Makhtar Diop, IFC’s managing director, said in Tuesday’s statement. “Partnering with companies like Appian will help bring more private capital to places that need it the most, expanding access to critical resources and helping local communities benefit from the development of their mineral wealth.” All investments will be subject to IFC’s performance criteria and environmental, social, and governance standards, which meet or exceed international best practices in responsible mining. This marks the first time that the IFC has created a fund with a metals and mining private equity investor. IFC and Appian have been working together for 10 years, and two of their joint investments in African rare earths and gold projects resulted in mines being built. Appian, which manages about $5 billion in assets, has brought 12 mining projects into production since 2016. That’s more than the five biggest international mining companies combined over the same period, according to the private equity firm.

While Bitcoin and Ethereum continue to struggle for bullish momentum, news has emerged that a group of top crypto industry executives is set to meet with pro-crypto Democratic senators. The meeting, scheduled for tomorrow, aims to discuss the future of cryptocurrency market structure legislation. This dialogue could certainly provide much-needed support to the market on the condition that it proves successful. The discussions are expected to cover key topics such as the classification of digital assets, licensing requirements for crypto exchanges, anti-money laundering measures, and taxation policies. The outcome of this meeting may significantly influence the direction of crypto market development. If a constructive dialogue leads to the formation of rational and balanced legislation, it could spark an influx of investment and wider crypto adoption. On the other hand, a lack of progress may usher in further uncertainty and regulatory hurdles. Among the industry leaders expected to attend are Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong, Chainlink CEO Sergey Nazarov, Galaxy Digital CEO Mike Novogratz, Kraken CEO David Ripley, Uniswap CEO Hayden Adams, Circle's Chief Strategy Officer Dante Disparte, Ripple's Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty, Jito's Head of Public Policy Rebecca Rettig, a16z Crypto's General Counsel Miles Jennings, and Solana Policy Institute President Kristin Smith. Terrett noted that additional participants may also join. The meeting will also underscore the ongoing engagement between pro-crypto lawmakers and industry leaders. Many of them have been vocal advocates for creating regulatory clarity for crypto firms. Lately, US lawmakers have been slow in advancing legislation to establish a clear regulatory framework for the crypto market. Another delay could push the bill's adoption beyond the upcoming midterm elections. Trading recommendations As for Bitcoin's technical outlook, buyers are currently aiming to reclaim the $109,300 level, which would open the way toward $111,600 and, from there, just a small step to the $113,800 mark. The furthest upward target remains the resistance area around $116,300 — a breakout beyond this point would signal renewed bullish strength. In the event of a decline, support is expected around $106,700. A return below this range could quickly drive BTC down toward $103,400, with the most distant bearish target located near the $100,000 level. In the case of Ethereum, a clear consolidation above the $4,016 level paves the way toward $4,180. The furthest upside objective is the high near $4,318 — a breakout above this level would confirm a strengthening bullish trend and renewed buying activity. On the downside, support is expected around $3,858. If ETH falls below that, it could quickly drop to around $3,717, with the lowest target set around the $3,505 zone. What's on the chart The red lines represent support and resistance levels, where price is expected to either pause or react sharply. The green line shows the 50-day moving average. The blue line is the 100-day moving average. The lime line is the 200-day moving average. Price testing or crossing any of these moving averages often either halts movement or injects fresh momentum into the market. The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com

Rebels occupying Twangiza Mining’s gold concession in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have reportedly looted at least 500 kilograms of bullion, worth about $70 million at current prices, the company said. Twangiza claims that some of its own employees have helped the M23 rebel group transport gold from the site shortly after the mine was seized in May. “With the help of some employees, they transported the first batch of more than 50 kg of gold out in a very short time,” Twangiza Mining told Reuters. ”Since the occupation, they have obtained at least 500kg of gold and secretly transported it through underground channels”. The gold mine, located in South Kivu province, fell under M23 control five months ago after weeks of escalating conflict in the region. Twangiza says it has lost more than 100 kg of gold a month since then, along with $5 million worth of equipment and materials. The company has declared force majeure and plans to file complaints with Congolese authorities and international arbitration bodies. A drone strike on October 15 destroyed the mine’s power infrastructure. Responsibility for the attack remains unclear. The M23 group, an ethnic Tutsi-led militia allegedly backed by Rwanda, launched a major offensive early this year, seizing key cities including Goma and Bukavu. Congo’s government says more than 7,000 people were killed in eastern DRC just in the first half of 2025. The mineral-rich region remains a flashpoint in the long-running rivalry between Congo and Rwanda. DRC is the world’s largest cobalt producer, Africa’s leading copper exporter, and a major source of tantalum, tin, tungsten and coltan, all of which are critical to global electronics and green technologies. Behind the peace deal A US-led peace initiative between Rwanda and the DRC, inked in June, aimed to stabilise eastern Congo and attract Western mining investment. But a new report released Tuesday suggests the deal is less about peace and more about securing US access to Congolese minerals. Researchers found that Rwanda’s tantalum exports to the US rose 15-fold between 2013 and 2018, despite Rwanda’s limited production capacity. This surge followed Washington’s decision to lift sanctions after the 2012 M23 rebellion. The study argues that the latest agreement legitimises smuggling routes through Rwanda while strengthening US-backed infrastructure projects such as the $553 million Lobito Corridor. Several mining deals along these two routes are already being negotiated by a number of US firms, including some backed by high-profile billionaires like Bill Gates and figures tied to the US military and intelligence community, the report says. It also warns that the arrangement enriches US corporations and Rwandan elites while leaving Congolese communities to absorb the environmental and human costs. More than 1,000 civilians have been killed since the deal’s signing, raising doubts about its effectiveness. Rwanda and Congo missed an August deadline to ratify the accord, blaming each other for the delay. Both sides agreed last week to create a monitoring mechanism for an eventual ceasefire.

Economist and former forex analyst Moonchaser is explaining why expectations of the XRP price reaching $100,000 are not realistic. According to Moonchaser, many XRP fans misunderstand how market value works by claiming that XRP has no market cap. The economist highlighted that XRP, like any other asset or cryptocurrency, is affected by supply, demand, and liquidity. Economist Explains The Reality Behind Price Reaching $100,000 Moonchaser, who studied economics and previously worked as a forex analyst, says that some people in the XRP community believe the token can reach extreme prices because they think it has “no market cap.” This idea, Moonchaser explains, is built on a misunderstanding of how currencies are valued and traded in real-world markets. In their view, economic principles apply equally to all assets, whether they are fiat money, commodities, or digital tokens. Using the U.S. dollar as an example, Moonchaser notes that every currency has a measurable total value based on the amount in circulation and its global trade. The dollar’s value changes daily because of the balance between supply, demand, and liquidity. The same rule applies to the XRP price, which also trades across international markets and follows the same market laws. It means that XRP’s price is not free from limits and cannot simply rise endlessly based on belief or community hype. Moonchaser stresses that ignoring these realities creates unrealistic expectations within the XRP community. According to them, calling XRP a “currency” does not make it limitless in value; instead, XRP functions within the same market framework that governs all other financial assets. XRP Can’t Overtake Bitcoin Due To Market Structure In their post, Moonchaser further explains that market capitalization, which is price multiplied by circulating supply, applies to every form of tradable asset. Whether it’s fiat money, gold, or a digital coin, traders can always calculate the total market value. XRP is no exception to this rule. The economist points out that XRP has a measurable circulating supply and a price that moves through normal market discovery, where the balance between buyers and sellers directly determines its potential value, not wishful thinking. “Currency does not mean a capless asset,” Moonchaser says, reminding traders that every market has structure and limits. Moonchaser emphasizes that their comments do not spread fear or negativity toward XRP. Instead, they want XRP investors to understand the realistic economic structure behind its price movement. XRP’s market position depends on measurable data, not speculation about infinite growth. The economist concludes that this is not FUD—it is simply market reality based on economics. Through this explanation, Moonchaser helps the XRP community see that price growth depends on genuine demand and market behavior, not dreams of capless value. While XRP continues to be an essential player in digital finance, the idea of it reaching $100,000 or surpassing Bitcoin remains far from economic reality.

What to Know: A crypto whale recently invested $36K in Bitcoin Hyper, signaling strong confidence in the project’s growth potential. Bitcoin Hyper is the first true Bitcoin Layer 2 built to fix Bitcoin’s speed, scalability, and usability issues. Powered by the Solana Virtual Machine (SVM), it delivers sub-second transactions, low fees, and full cross-chain interoperability. $HYPER fuels the entire ecosystem, driving payments, staking, governance, and the next wave of Bitcoin-native innovation. When a crypto whale moves, the market listens. And this week, a $36K buy into Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) turned heads across the space. The token is still in presale, yet it has already raised over $24.4M, and whispers across X and Telegram are calling it ‘the Bitcoin upgrade everyone’s been waiting for.’ Bitcoin has been dominating the crypto world for 16 years, but its biggest weakness hasn’t changed: speed and scalability. It’s a digital goldmine, sure – but it’s also slow, expensive, and often overloaded. In a world where blockchains now handle thousands of transactions per second, Bitcoin still lumbers along at seven. That’s where Bitcoin Hyper comes in, aiming to turbocharge Bitcoin’s utility with a next-gen approach that blends speed, interoperability, and smart-contract support. The idea isn’t to compete with Bitcoin – it’s to make it faster, leaner, and ready for modern blockchain use. Think of it like installing a nitro engine in a classic car. Same machine, new power. The Problem: Bitcoin’s Speed Limits Are Holding It Back Bitcoin is the king of crypto, but it wasn’t built for the modern world. It’s safe, secure, and decentralized. But it’s also slow, rigid, and expensive to use when network activity spikes. Every time you send $BTC, you’re waiting minutes (sometimes hours) for confirmation. Fees can balloon when the network gets congested. And because Bitcoin doesn’t support advanced functions like smart contracts or DeFi applications, its use cases are limited. In short, Bitcoin is an old highway with too many cars. The traffic jams are constant, and there’s no room to expand the lanes. That’s why projects like Bitcoin Hyper are emerging – to make the Bitcoin ecosystem faster and more functional without abandoning what makes it strong in the first place. The Solution: Bitcoin Hyper Turns $BTC Into a Scalable Powerhouse Bitcoin Hyper’s idea is simple yet brilliant: create a layered ecosystem that enhances transaction throughput and enables smart functionality, while preserving Bitcoin’s core values of decentralization and security. It’s the first real Bitcoin Layer 2, not a sidechain or experimental bridge, but a full blockchain built to scale Bitcoin for the modern era. The Hyper Layer 2 transforms Bitcoin from a static store of value into a living ecosystem where transactions happen in milliseconds and gas fees cost almost nothing. With Bitcoin Hyper, users can finally enjoy fast, cheap payments that feel instant – sub-second transaction speeds and near-zero gas fees make it practical for real-world use. Built on the Solana Virtual Machine (SVM) – one of the fastest blockchain technologies ever created – Bitcoin Hyper combines Bitcoin’s trust with Solana’s performance. That connection instantly opens the door to cross-chain interoperability, linking Bitcoin with networks like Ethereum and Solana from day one. Payments, trading, DeFi, meme coins, and dApps all run here, while Bitcoin remains the secure monetary base. Every part of the ecosystem runs on $HYPER, the native token that powers transactions, staking, and governance. Bitcoin Hyper gives Bitcoin what it’s always lacked – speed, flexibility, and culture, while keeping the original network’s security untouched. It’s how Bitcoin finally keeps up with the future of crypto. Why Investors Are Piling Into $HYPER Right now, you can buy $HYPER for just $0.013145. Early investors are eyeing serious upside potential. Bitcoin Hyper has already pulled in $24.4M, a staggering figure that places it among the best altcoins still in this presale. The logic is straightforward: if $HYPER truly boosts Bitcoin’s transaction efficiency, its value could skyrocket as adoption grows. And whales? They know timing is everything. That $36K buy wasn’t random – it’s a calculated bet that when the presale ends, Bitcoin Hyper could become one of the best crypto presales of 2025. This isn’t a meme coin that lives and dies by hype. It’s a project tackling one of crypto’s oldest technical headaches, backed by a tokenomics model that rewards early adopters and encourages long-term holding. Bitcoin changed money forever, but Bitcoin Hyper could change how it works. By solving the long-standing issues of speed, scalability, and utility, $HYPER positions itself as the bridge between the past and future of crypto. This article is for informational purposes only and shouldn’t be considered financial advice. Always do your own research (DYOR) before investing in crypto. Authored by Aaron Walker for NewsBTC: www.newsbtc.com/news/whale-invests-36k-bitcoin-hyper-best-crypto-presale-gain-momentum

October 10 was no ordinary day in crypto. Yes, Donald Trump “retaliated” after China announced new plans curbing rare earth metal exports. Truth Social, X, that’s classic Trump. The president won’t hesitate to show how mighty the United States is. The truth of the matter is: News of new tariffs on China was not expected to force a mega drawdown on that thin Friday evening. A -10% drop in Bitcoin would be extreme. However, things quickly went south on that October 10, and after what could be a comparatively “small” trigger, the world’s most valuable coin crashed from over $120,000 to below $105,000 in 15 short minutes. According to Coinglass, over $16Bn of leveraged positions, long and short, were liquidated on October 10. The sheer size of this liquidation makes October 10 the largest single-day liquidation event in history; a true crypto black swan event. (Source: Coinglass) DISCOVER: 10+ Next Crypto to 100X In 2025 What Happened? Why Did Crypto Fail? Manipulation or System Failure? On the surface, it is easy to blame Trump. However, digging deeper, Trump had nothing to do with the “other” slump outside of a mild correction that would ordinarily see BTC USD and some of the best cryptos to buy drop -10% max. Market Cap 24h 7d 30d 1y All Time There have been theories. Some blame Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange, and others think this was nothing more than insider trading. For those who believe the sell-off was due to insider activity, they cite the huge shorts on Bitcoin and Ethereum placed less than an hour on Hyperliquid before the drop. As 99Bitcoins reported, the trader, allegedly linked to the Trump family, denied all associations and said funds belong to clients. Others, however, squarely blame Binance. In their view, the exchange exacerbated the drop by reportedly withdrawing liquidity and (un)intentionally amplifying volatility on what is usually a thin Friday evening when traders are preparing for the weekend. Whether it was a systemic failure or not, traders and market makers, including Wintermute, were wrecked. Typically, centralized exchanges would ADL positions during periods of extreme volatility to manage risks. While it is the “last resort,” Gaevoy said Wintermute had to absorb positions at ridiculous and unreasonable prices that didn’t reflect market reality. He notes a notification where a short position was closed at 5X the actual market price, leading to what he said was an instant and unhedgeable loss. DISCOVER: 9+ Best High-Risk, High-Reward Crypto to Buy in 2025 Wintermute CEO: Wave of Lawsuits After October 10 Crypto Flash Crash Crypto crashed on October 10, wiping over $16Bn of leveraged positions Donald Trump triggered the sell-off Big whales lost hundreds of millions Wintermute CEO now says exchanges should expect a wave of lawsuits The post After the October 10 Crypto Flash Crash, Expect A Wave of Lawsuits: Wintermute CEO appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

Crypto analyst Captain Faibik has predicted that the Bitcoin price could crash to as low as $50,000, representing a 60% crash for the flagship crypto. The analyst explained why he has turned bearish on BTC, while declaring that the bull run is over. Why The Bitcoin Price Could Crash To $50,000 In an X post, Captain Faibik shared an accompanying chart which showed that the Bitcoin price could crash to $50,000 from its current level. This came as the analyst stated that he is turning bearish on BTC for the mid-term. He further remarked that the bull run is over and that now late buyers are getting trapped. Captain Faibik went on to note that the Bitcoin price is still moving inside the rising wedge, trading above the weekly MA50 while bulls remain in control for now. However, he warned that the structure is weakening and momentum is fading. Notably, the analyst had earlier mentioned a possible correction toward the $100,000 level, which remains a possibility with BTC trading close to this range. The Bitcoin price has continued to show signs of weakness since hitting a new all-time high (ATH) above $126,000 earlier in the month. Rising trade tensions between the U.S. and China have contributed to the recent declines in BTC. The flagship crypto again dropped yesterday after Trump threatened to impose a 155% tariff on China if they do not reach a trade deal by November 1. Meanwhile, crypto analyst Titan of Crypto also indicated that the Bitcoin price may be topping out. This came as the analyst revealed that a BTC monthly LMACD cross was happening. The analyst noted that historically, these crosses have marked the beginning of the bear phase or a major cycle top. However, he added that this is still not confirmed as the monthly candle hasn’t closed yet. The BTC Top Is Not Yet In Crypto analyst CrediBULL Crypto recently asserted that the cycle top is not yet in and that the Bitcoin price will reach $150,000 before the cycle is over. He explained that the rate of ascent should increase at an increasing rate into the final 5th subwave, which will make the blow off top. The analyst added that this implies that all impulses moving forward will be more aggressive than the ones prior. CrediBULL Crypto further stated that the Bitcoin price is currently in subwave 2 of the final 5th wave after completing the impulsive subwave 1, which took it from $74,000 to $112,000. He predicted that subwave 2 should bottom between the current level and $74,000, which is the higher timeframe invalidation. Meanwhile, he explained that the measured move of the 1st subwave was $37,500. As such, a fair assumption is that the 3rd and 5th waves will be larger, which implies a minimum target of $150,000 for the Bitcoin price by the end of the cycle. At the time of writing, the Bitcoin price is trading at around $107,600, down over 3% in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap.

Is it a case of a little bit too late for the United Kingdom? Well, British authorities now think this is the best time to unleash the “crypto beast,” roughly a year or so after the first spot Ethereum ETF went live in the United States, and more than 15 months after the United States SEC said yes to a spot Bitcoin ETF. The news was supposed to immediately lift ETH USD and some of the best cryptos to buy. However, that has not been the case. Markets appear to drag on, even falling. Despite the welcomed recovery lifting the Ethereum price above $4,000, sellers are unyielding. At spot rates, ETH USD has been down nearly 4% in the past week of trading. Changing hands below $3,900, the second most valuable coin is over $1,000 away from all-time highs. With every tick lower, there appears to be every reason to prepare for turbulence. (Source: Coingecko) DISCOVER: Best Meme Coin ICOs to Invest in 2025 ETH USD Stagnant, Will Ethereum Bulls Push Higher To Over $4,500? If the listing of Ethereum and Bitcoin ETPs on the London Stock Exchange is supposedly massive, then ETH USD should reject all sellers’ attempts to push prices below $3,700. On the daily chart, $3,700 is a critical support level marking October lows. A bear flag is forming now, though ETH USD prices raced higher after the dip on October 10, buyers didn’t step in, fully reversing losses. Market Cap 24h 7d 30d 1y All Time Instead, ETH USD has been wavering lower, with $4,250 acting as local resistance that must be broken for the uptrend to continue. On Coinglass, traders are bullish. The long-short ratio on Binance averages over 2.5, suggesting that more leveraged longs are open; a net positive for optimistic buyers. (Source: Coinglass) Even so, considering the series of discouraging lower lows, trading volume on Binance and OKX is down, on average, by over -8% to $19.42Bn and $12.13Bn, respectively. DISCOVER: 9+ Best High-Risk, High-Reward Crypto to Buy in 2025 Will Ethereum ETPs on The London Stock Exchange Lift Prices? Whether ETH USD will recover depends on BlackRock, 21Shares, Bitwise, and WisdomTree’s reception of Ethereum ETPs on the London Stock Exchange today. After public consultation that began earlier this year, the primary regulator, the Financial Conduct Authority, lifted its four-year ban on retail access to crypto ETNs. Earlier, the regulator claimed these products were volatile and no strong consumer protections existed. (Source: London Stock Exchange) With these product listings, retail investors will now have the freedom to buy via familiar brokerage accounts like pension funds and ISAs. Here, crypto gains will be tax-free, a possible catalyst for more investors to position themselves in ETH USD. This may lift the Ethereum price above $4,000 and even $5,000 in the medium term. Alexis Marinof, the CEO of WisdomTree Europe, said crypto ETPs on the London Stock Exchange signal how far the market has evolved and the increasing interest stock investors have in crypto. “The availability of crypto ETPs on the Main Market of the LSE demonstrates how far the market has evolved, giving investors confidence that they can access digital assets through trusted, regulated channels. Access and transparency are essential to building trust in this asset class, and today’s milestone reinforces that belief.” Meanwhile, in the United States, institutions appear to be exiting their ETH USD long positions. There have been outflows from spot Ethereum ETF issuers for three straight days. Over $145M of spot Ethereum ETFs were redeemed on October 20. (Source: SosoValue) DISCOVER: 10+ Next Crypto to 100X In 2025 ETH USD To Surge After Ethereum ETP Listing On The LSE? United Kingdom FCA lifts ban on retail investment in crypto ETPs ETH USD pinned below $4,000 Will the Ethereum price fly above $4,250 in November? Institutions redeeming spot Ethereum ETFs in the United States The post Are The British About to Pump Ethereum? City Capital Could Fire Up ETH USD in November appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

Japan’s “Iron Lady,” aka Sanae Takaichi, has made history after being elected as the country’s first female Prime Minister following a decisive victory in the 21 October 2025 parliamentary vote. What may be good news for the crypto world, Takaichi’s economic philosophy so far hints at a more favourable environment for digital assets. Meanwhile, Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) has already called for a formal review of crypto taxation for 2026. Takaichi is a veteran conservative who secured 237 votes in the Lower House – ending decades of male-led leadership in the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). She is expected to announce her new cabinet soon after being sworn in as the PM today, 21 October 2025. Interestingly, this was Takaichi’s third attempt to become Prime Minister. Current Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato’s stance on digital assets remains cautious, but new cabinet appointments could reshape Japan’s crypto policy. US President Donald Trump hailed Japan’s first woman PM as a “highly respected person of great wisdom.” Trump is expected to visit Japan by the end of the month. Could crypto make it to the agenda? DISCOVER: Next 1000X Crypto: 10+ Crypto Tokens That Can Hit 1000x in 2025 Key Takeaways Market reaction to Takaichi’s election has so far been positive. The Nikkei 225 surged on news of her parliamentary victory, with investors betting on fiscal stimulus, deregulation, and technology-friendly policies. The crypto industry is now watching closely as Japan’s new prime minister prepares for the Trump summit and the 2026 legislative session. The post Japan Elects First Female PM: Can Sanae Takaichi Become A Turning Point For Country’s Crypto, Stablecoin Market? appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

US stock indices extend gains on positive newsUS stock indices closed higher: the S&P 500 rose by 1.07%, the Nasdaq 100 gained 1.37%, and the Dow Jones added 1.12%. Market optimism is supported by positive corporate earnings and discussions about the potential easing of trade tensions between the United States and China. Investors are hopeful that current trends will persist, especially amid expectations of a more dovish tone from the Fed in the coming weeks. Follow the link for details. Earnings season boosts investor confidenceSince the start of the earnings season, over 76% of S&P 500 companies have exceeded forecasts, contributing to the index's growth. At the same time, the market is fueled by White House statements regarding the end of the shutdown and anticipation of positive developments in US-China trade relations. Analysts note that strong corporate results could be a driver for a continued rally through the end of October. Follow the link for details. As a reminder, InstaForex offers the best conditions for trading stocks, indices, and derivatives, helping traders effectively earn on market fluctuations. The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com

Elon Musk’s casual post about his dog sent shockwaves through meme-coin markets on Monday, with FLOKI jumping roughly 27% in minutes. According to reports, Musk posted “Flōki is back on the job as X CEO!” alongside an AI-made clip showing his Shiba Inu in a suit. The token’s price moved from about $0.0000657 to roughly $0.0000847, and some sources recorded intraday highs near $0.00009 after traders piled in. Musk Post Sparks Rally Based on market coverage, the move was quick and driven by social media momentum. Traders who watch meme tokens said the tweet and the short video triggered a buying wave that pushed prices up by about 20–29% depending on the exchange. Volume surged at the same time. The overall memecoin market cap rose nearly 6% to close to $64 billion as speculative bets picked up. Market Activity And Metrics Activity was heavy across spot and derivatives markets. Reports show derivatives volume spiked roughly 660% to $280 million while open interest climbed about 165% to $37 million. That kind of move suggests many traders were not only buying the token but also opening leveraged positions. Some exchanges flagged fast order flow and a quick rise in short-term trading volumes. Community Buzz And Immediate Reaction The Floki project has built a large online community that watches every mention of the name closely. Messages and posts amplified Musk’s share, and that amplification helped fuel the rapid price rise. But it wasn’t a universal buy signal; certain wallets moved to take profits during the rally. Based on on-chain snapshots, a number of large holders sold small slices as the price spiked. Derivatives Surge Raises Questions Analysts and market watchers warned that heavy derivatives activity can push prices both ways. When leverage flows into a small market, moves can be magnified. A rapid inflow of speculative money can lift prices fast, and it can also trigger sharp drops when traders unwind positions. Several analysts suggested that gains tied to a single social post are fragile without steady buying behind them. Exchange Listings And Liquidity Notes Liquidity varied between venues. Some smaller platforms showed deeper price swings because their order books are thin. Larger exchanges saw volume rises but less dramatic price gaps. Based on figures, traders on decentralized platforms captured most of the early moves, while centralized venues absorbed the later orders. Featured image from Gemini, chart from TradingView

A US-Canada trade agreement on steel, aluminum, and energy is reportedly ready for Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney and US President Donald Trump to sign at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit later this month. Sources familiar with the negotiations told The Globe and Mail that the deal will likely involve Canada accepting steel export quotas in exchange for reduced US tariffs. Talks have excluded critical minerals, despite Washington’s broader push to secure these resources. Trump triggered the dispute earlier this year by imposing tariffs on Canadian steel, aluminum, and cars. Ottawa responded with its own tariffs, setting off months of negotiations aimed at de-escalating the trade war. As part of its strategy, Canada has offered targeted tariff relief on select US and Chinese steel and aluminum products to support domestic industries caught in the crossfire. Carney visited Washington in early October and said he had reached “a meeting of minds” with Trump on the future of steel and aluminum trade. Their discussions also touched on energy cooperation, with Carney raising the defunct Keystone XL pipeline as a possible bargaining chip. Originally designed to move 830,000 barrels of crude oil per day from Alberta to Nebraska, Keystone XL was terminated in 2021 by Calgary-based TC Energy (TSE: TRP-A) after former US President Joe Biden revoked its permit shortly after taking office. The company then spun off its oil pipeline business into a new company, South Bow. In February, when Trump repeated calls to get the pipeline built, South Bow said that it had “moved on” from Keystone. As Carney positions Canada for a deal that could ease pressure on domestic industries, analysts say the APEC summit may mark a turning point in a strained but strategically vital trade relationship.

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Today, the pair is in consolidation, trading above the 0.8675 level. The euro is attempting to strengthen following a report from the German Ministry of Finance, which announced that tax revenues collected by the federal and state governments rose by 2.6% year-on-year in September. At the same time, the ministry emphasized that in the near future, tax receipts are unlikely to receive additional support from economic momentum. Europe's largest economy contracted again in 2024, marking the second consecutive year of decline, and the government projects only 0.2% growth in 2025. The report notes that leading indicators do not point to any significant improvement in the economic situation in the short term, according to Reuters. Nevertheless, the euro is facing headwinds, as the downgrade of France's credit rating by S&P Global Ratings has altered risk assessments. S&P cut the country's rating from AA– to A+, citing increased fiscal uncertainty despite the government's approved 2025 budget plan. The EUR/GBP rate is likely to decline again, as the British pound could gain support from the Bank of England's cautious policy stance, given the persistent inflation in the United Kingdom. For better trading opportunities, traders should pay attention to the upcoming release of the UK Consumer Price Index (CPI) and retail sales data on Wednesday. These reports will help clarify the Bank of England's next steps regarding potential interest rate cuts before the end of the year. Moreover, Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey has previously emphasized that the inflation situation in the country remains unstable. At the same time, the latest UK labor market data for the three months ending in August show a slowdown in wage growth and a rise in unemployment, increasing the likelihood of another rate cut by the end of the current year. From a technical perspective, the Relative Strength Index (RSI) on the daily chart is neutral. Prices remain below the 9-day EMA, indicating that the bulls lack upward momentum. The cross encountered resistance near the psychological level of 0.8700, while support was found near the 50-day SMA at 0.8675. A move below this level would bring the next support into view at 0.8655, beneath which lies the 100-day SMA — a key pivot point, signaling that bulls have completely lost strength if broken. The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com

Overview: The US dollar is mostly firmer today as its pullback from last week's highs is retraced. Although the US 10-year yield is spending more time below the 4.0% floor, the yen is the weakest of the G10 currencies, off about 0.70%, as Takaichi became Japan's first woman prime minister and the many investors are concerned about the policy mix she advocates. That said, the JGB market was little changed. Most emerging market currencies are also softer. The Chinese yuan's nearly flat performance puts it atop the EM FX complex, pending the open of the Latam market. Gold rallied almost 2.5% yesterday to reach a new record (~$4381.50) but is off nearly 2% now. It is thus far holding above yesterday's low (~$4219). December WTI is consolidating after recovering from slightly below $56 to a little above $57. It reached almost $57.30 today. Asia Pacific equities advanced after yesterday's rally on Wall Street. China's CSI 300 was the strongest, with a 1.5% advance. After rallying 1% yesterday, the Stoxx 600 in little changed in the European morning and US index futures are slightly softer. European 10-year yields are marginally lower, and the US 10-year Treasury yield is nearly a basis point weaker near 3.97%. Last week's low was about 3.93% and the low for the year, set around "Liberation Day" was almost 3.85%. USD: After falling by a little more than 0.5% last week, the Dollar Index is consolidating. It has approached the (61.8%) retracement of last week's losses as it nears 98.90 in the European morning. Last week's high was slightly shy of 99.50. Hassett, the director of National Economic Council, told a CNBC audience yesterday that the government shutdown is likely to end sometime this week. The market is skeptical. Meanwhile, today the Philadelphia Fed's October non-manufacturing survey is due. It stood at -12.3 in September. It has been contracting this year, and in fact, was positive only once last year (October 2024 it was at 1.5). Recall that the October Philadelphia Fed's factory survey saw the business outlook plunge from 23.2 in September to -12.8 in October. It was the weakest reading since April. non-manufacturing survey results will be reported. It stood at -12.3 in September. It has been contracting this year, and in fact, was positive only once last year (October 2024 it was at 1.5). The highlight of the week is Friday's CPI. The median forecast in Bloomberg's survey is for a 0.4% increase in the headline rate and 0.3% in the core rate. This will lift the year-over-year headline rate for the fifth consecutive month to 3.1% (from 2.9%). It was at 2.4% in September 2024. The rate is likely to be steady at 3.1% for the third consecutive month. It was at 3.3% in September 2024. This illustrates the general rule of thumb and why the Fed talks about core inflation. The headline pace typically converges with the core measure rather than the other way around. Still, indicative pricing of derivatives shows the market is confident of a rate cut next week and another one before the end of the year. EURO: The euro bounced from a little below $1.1545 to almost $1.1730 last week. It settled near its session lows before the weekend and slipped a little further yesterday (to ~$1.1640). The euro's losses extended slightly past the (61.8%) retracement, near $1.1615, which is also where the downtrend line drawn off the September 17 multi-year high (~$1.1920) and the early October highs (~$1.1780 and $1.1760) is found today. Options for 960 mln euros at $1.1600 expire today. A break could signal a return to last week's low. The eurozone economic diary is light until the preliminary October PMI at the end of the week. It is expected to be little changed. CNY: The dollar appears to be in a consolidative phase against the yuan. It frayed the lower end before last weekend, slipping a little below CNH7.1170. The losses were extended to almost CNH7.1160 today before recovering to around CNH7.1220. The PBOC raised the dollar's reference rate yesterday (CNY7.0973 vs. CNY7.0948 before the weekend) for the first time in four sessions. It was set at a new low for the year today at CNY7.0930. It has not been set below CNY7.09 since the middle of October 2024. Note that last week, the World Bank raised its forecast for China's growth this year to 4.8% from 4.0% in April. Several banks have followed suit. JPY: The dollar reached an eight-month high on October 9-10 around JPY153.25. It was sold slightly through JPY149.40 ahead of last weekend before recovering to almost JPY150.65. The greenback was bid to JPY151.20 yesterday and stalled in front of the (50%) retracement of the pullback (~JPY151.35). It took that out today and rose to slightly above JPY151.80, to meet the (61.8%) retracement. About $465 mln in options struck at JPY152 expire today. Last week's high was near JPY152.60. The new LDP-Ishin alliance falls two seats shy of a majority in the Diet but LDP's Takaichi became the new prime minister earlier today. That said, the alliance has not agreed on Ishin's call for a temporary cut in the sales tax on food or stricter rules on political funding. A discussion forum will be created, with the goal of a decision by the end of September 2027, when Takaichi's current term as LDP leader ends. There was agreement on national security issues and reducing the number of seats in the lower chamber (10%), and reform in the social welfare on employees. Ishin, based in Osaka, reduced the number of seats in the local government to 79 from 109. Both parties are also committed restoring nuclear power. GBP: Sterling has gone nowhere in the past three sessions but is breaking down today. It recovered from last Tuesday’s three-and-a-half-month low near $1.3250. It reached $1.3455 last Thursday, and $1.3470 ahead of the weekend, before pulling back to settled slightly above $1.3425. Sterling was roughly $1.3400-45 range yesterday. It has been sold to a four-day low near $1.3370. The (50%) retracement of last week's bounce is around $1.3360 and the (61.8%) retracement is about $1.3335. Earlier today, the UK reported its public finances and that take away the deficit edged up in September to GBP20.2 bln from GBP18.26 bln in September 2024 and GBP14.62 bln in September 2023. The year-to-date overshoot of the OBR projections is about GBP7.2 bln, less than the GBP11.4 bln overshoot in August. Tomorrow, September CPI is due. Given the base effect, a 0.1% increase would lift the year-over-year rate to 4.0% (from 3.8% in August). The core rate is expected to edge up to 3.7% (from 3.6%), with service prices creeping up to 4.8% from 4.7%. The Bank of England meets next week and the swaps market is discounting slightly less than a 13% chance of a cut and around 40% of a cut before year end. CAD: The greenback reached a six-month high last Tuesday near CAD1.4080. It has been consolidating in recent days. It slipped to a five-day low yesterday but held support in front of CAD1.4000. The daily momentum indicators are stretched but have not turned lower. A move above last week's high could see a push above CAD1.4100. We have suggested risk into the CAD1.4150-65 area. Canada reports September CPI today. The headline is expected to fall by 0.1% for the second consecutive month, but given the base effect, the year-over-year rate would edge up to 2.2% from 1.9%. That would be the highest since the end of Q1. The underlying core rates look largely flat around 3.0%. Bank of Canada officials have been downplaying the significance of the underlying core measures. Officials estimate underlying inflation is closer to 2.5%. The implication is that the inflation report will not deter the central bank from cutting rates next week. The swaps market is discounting almost an 85% chance of a cut. The odds have increased steadily since last Monday when 40% chance was discounted, as the market shrugged off the policy-impact of the stronger-than-expected employment report. AUD: The Australian dollar extended its recover that began before the weekend. After briefly dipping below $0.6450 last Friday, it settled near $0.6500. It rose to $0.6515 yesterday. It initially extended the gains to $0.6525 today, stopping ahead of last week's high, around $0.6535. Options for about A$335 mln at $0.6530 expire today. It has reversed lower and is threatening yesterday's lows near $0.6475, which corresponds to the (61.8%) retracement of last week's recovery. Adding to the selling pressure may be the nearly A$500 mln options at $0.6500 that also expire today. Australia's Prime Minister Albanese met with President Trump yesterday. The possibility of cooperating more in the rare earth’s space captured the imagination of some equity traders. Trump also endorsed the AUKUS submarine deal. Australia's economic diary is empty until the preliminary October PMI at the end of the week. MXN: The dollar slipped to a marginal new seven-day low yesterday near MXN18.3525. Within the consolidative range, the dollar snapped a three-day decline to post a minor gain. The dollar is trading above yesterday's high (~MXN18.42). Last week's high was closer to MXN18.63, and the high for the month was a little higher, near MXN18.6370. Recent floods in Mexico may pose a challenge for President Sheinbaum. A disaster fund was cut by her predecessor AMLO. Mexico's economic diary picks up starting with tomorrow's August IGAE economic report, which acts like a monthly GDP. It has been alternating monthly between rises and falls since February. It fell by 0.89 in July, the largest decline this year. Through July, it averaged 0.05 this year after 0.14 in the first seven months of 2024. August retail sales and inflation for the first half of October will be reported Thursday. Meanwhile, the heightened tensions between the US and Colombia pressured the currency (-0.90%), ending a three-day rally and a 2.3% gain last week. Its 10-year dollar bond yield also rose (almost two basis points to near 6.80%). Mexico and Brazil's comparable yields softened a little. The dollar rose against the Argentine peso yesterday to a new high (~ARS1477.39) though the 10-year dollar-yield fell in response to the government's announcement of a bond-buyback program after close of the fx market. Disclaimer

On Monday, the EUR/USD pair continued to decline despite the fairly strong support level of 1.1645–1.1656. Consolidation below this zone allows for expectations of further decline toward the next 61.8% retracement level at 1.1594. A close above this zone, however, would allow for a renewed rise toward the 38.2% Fibonacci level at 1.1718. The wave structure on the hourly chart remains simple and clear. The last upward wave broke the previous wave's peak, while the most recent completed downward wave did not break the previous low. Thus, at the moment, the trend has shifted to bullish. Recent labor market data, the changed outlook for Fed monetary policy, Trump's renewed aggression toward China, and the ongoing government shutdown all support bullish traders. However, the bulls continue to attack very sluggishly, as if unwilling to take advantage of the favorable background for reasons unknown. On Monday, there was no significant news background at all. During the day, Donald Trump made new remarks directed at China, and Bundesbank President Joachim Nagel also spoke. However, trader activity was so low that it's doubtful anyone paid much attention. The U.S. president said nothing of real importance. Talks with China are still "planned" for November; Trump continues to complain about Beijing's decision to restrict exports of rare earth metals and is again threatening 100% tariffs. Nagel noted that ECB interest rates could change, though he sees this as unlikely. In short, nothing important was said on Monday, and Tuesday's news background will be no better. There will be another speech by Christine Lagarde, but she has little news to tell traders. The ECB is maintaining a stable monetary policy stance and keeping inflation under control, so there is no need for rate adjustments. Inflation in the European Union has risen slightly over recent months, but not enough to sound the alarm. In any case, the ECB only recently ended its monetary easing program, making it unlikely to begin tightening just a few months later. On the four-hour chart, the pair reversed in favor of the U.S. dollar and consolidated below the 1.1680 level, which allows traders to expect some further decline. However, earlier, the pair also consolidated above the downward trend channel following the formation of a bullish divergence on the CCI indicator. Thus, the upward movement could resume toward the next 161.8% retracement level at 1.1854. Market movements remain very weak, so the hourly chart analysis appears more relevant at this stage. Commitments of Traders (COT) Report: During the most recent reporting week, professional traders closed 789 long positions and opened 2,625 short positions. The sentiment of the non-commercial group remains bullish, largely thanks to Donald Trump, and continues to strengthen over time. The total number of long positions held by speculators now stands at 252,000, compared to 138,000 short positions — nearly a two-to-one ratio. Also note the large number of green cells in the table above — these reflect a strong increase in long positions on the euro. In most cases, interest in the euro is growing, while interest in the dollar is falling. For thirty-three consecutive weeks, large traders have been reducing short positions and adding long positions. Trump's policies remain the most influential factor for traders, as they may create long-term structural problems for the U.S. economy. Despite the signing of several key trade agreements, many important economic indicators continue to show decline. News Calendar for the U.S. and the Eurozone: Eurozone – Speech by ECB President Christine Lagarde (11:00 UTC).For October 21, the economic calendar contains only one noteworthy event for traders. The impact of the news background on market sentiment on Tuesday will likely be weak. EUR/USD Forecast and Trading Advice: Sales were possible after a rebound from the 1.1718 level on the hourly chart, with a target of 1.1656 — this target has already been reached. New short positions became possible after a close below the 1.1645–1.1656 level, targeting 1.1594 — these trades can currently be kept open. Buying can be considered today in case of a rebound from 1.1594, with targets at 1.1645–1.1656. Fibonacci grids are drawn between 1.1392–1.1919 on the hourly chart and 1.1214–1.0179 on the four-hour chart. The material has been provided by InstaForex Company - www.instaforex.com

How’s your mental health 99Bitcoins fam? Not good? Great? Well for the Ethena crypto it’s been a rollercoaster of a year. After two quiet years, the team behind USDe, the third-largest stablecoin on the planet, is gearing up for something big. Co-founder Guy Young confirmed on X that Ethena is expanding its staff by nearly+ 50%, the first major hiring push since launch. The move hints at new products in the pipeline and a broader attempt to tighten Ethena’s grip on decentralized finance. DISCOVER: Top 20 Crypto to Buy in 2025 Ethena Crypto Expansion Marks a Turning Point: Is It About to Rocket? Market Cap 24h 7d 30d 1y All Time After maintaining a team of roughly 20–25 contributors since 2023, Ethena will add about 10 new hires across engineering, product, and business development. “We are expanding the team meaningfully for the first time with 10 new roles across engineering and product for two entirely new business lines and products,” Young said. Both of these initiatives have the potential to be the size of USDe. The company’s job listings include openings for a Head of Security, Senior Backend Engineer, and several DeFi and Trading Engineers, along with new business development and design roles. DISCOVER: 16+ New and Upcoming Binance Listings in 2025 Institutional Momentum Builds Around Ethena: What Does The Data Say For ENA? Ethena’s upcoming products will build on its stablecoin ecosystem of USDe and USDtb, both designed to maintain on-chain price stability without direct fiat backing. The new initiatives, expected to roll out within three months, could create parallel product lines comparable in size to USDe, which already sits among the top-tier stable assets in DeFi. According to DeFi Llama, Ethena’s total value locked (TVL) has risen to nearly $11.8 Bn, up more than 18% month-over-month, driven by integrations across Ethereum Layer-2s and Solana-based liquidity venues. (Source: DefiLlama) Ethena’s reputation has grown in lockstep with its backers, Binance Labs, Dragonfly, Fidelity, and Franklin Templeton, names that usually don’t fund vaporware. Its reach deepened further in September when M2 Capital, the UAE-based investment arm of a digital asset conglomerate, came on board as a strategic partner, expanding Ethena’s global footprint. Momentum is already spilling into other networks. Solana’s top aggregator, Additionally, Jupiter, plans to roll out its new stablecoin JupUSD through Ethena’s infrastructure. A Broader Trend Toward Synthetic Dollar Dominance As regulatory scrutiny continues around traditional stablecoins like USDT and USDC, Ethena’s “synthetic dollar” model has gained traction. Data from CoinGecko shows trading volumes for USDe have surged more than 25% in the past month, with daily volumes averaging $220 million. Ethena’s expansion reflects more than growth but a bet on the future of programmable dollars. EXPLORE: Now That the Bull Run is Dead, Will Powell Do Further Rate Cuts? Join The 99Bitcoins News Discord Here For The Latest Market Updates Key Takeaways How’s your mental health 99Bitcoins fam? Not good? Great? Well for the Ethena crypto it’s been a rollercoaster of a year. Ethena’s expansion reflects more than growth but a bet on the future of programmable dollars. The post Ethena Crypto is Expanding Its Team: Could You Be The Future of USDe? appeared first on 99Bitcoins.