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Bitcoin rallies as US government shutdown begins: Will BTC gains continue?

Traders and data suggest that Bitcoin may benefit from the US government shutdown, but how long will the gains last?

Price predictions 10/1: BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, ADA, HYPE, LINK, AVAX

Bitcoin started October on a strong note by rallying to $118,200. That clears the path for BTC to chase new all-time highs. Which altcoins could follow?

US government shutdown enters day 1: How is the SEC still functioning?

In addition to restrictions on enforcement actions and ongoing litigation, the agency will likely stop reviewing crypto ETF applications.

Abu Dhabi agricultural regulator bans use of farmland for crypto mining

The regulator stated that farmland must be used only for agricultural purposes to qualify for government services, subsidies, and utilities.

How to use Google’s Gemini to research coins before you invest

Google’s Gemini AI can help organize research, compare tokenomics and cut through noise. Here’s a workflow to analyze coins before you invest responsibly.

Bitcoin pushes for $118K as analysis calls US gov’t shutdown ‘non-event’

Bitcoin eyes its highest levels in six weeks as weak US jobs data drives crypto and risk assets higher, with shutdown dips now “buy opportunities.”

229% inflation: How ‘Binance dollars’ became Venezuela’s real currency

Venezuela turns to USDT as hyperinflation bites, with merchants pegging prices to Binance P2P dollar rates.

Bank of England governor says stablecoins could reduce reliance on banks

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said stablecoins could thrive in a system that separates money from credit, reducing the UK’s reliance on commercial banks.

US Senate to hold hearing on crypto taxes as IRS offers relief on corporate tax

The US Senate Finance Committee is holding a hearing on Wednesday on crypto asset taxation, following the IRS’s release of relief guidance on the Biden-era CAMT tax.

Ethereum’s ‘bull flag’ targets $10K as ETF demand returns

ETH price could rally to new all-time highs above $10,000, fueled by renewed institutional demand through Ethereum ETFs and treasury companies.

US government shutdown may signal crypto market bottom: Analysts

The first US government shutdown since 2018 may signal the next crypto market bottom, despite concerns over mixed equity market reactions, analysts told Cointelegraph.

Are quantum computers stealing Bitcoin? Inside Josh Mandell’s claim and the pushback

Former trader Josh Mandell claims quantum computers are draining old Bitcoin wallets. Experts disagree — here’s what the technology can (and can’t) do.

Over 70% of stablecoin transactions in Q3 linked to bots, report finds

Despite bot dominance, transfers under $250 hit record highs in Q3, putting 2025 on track to become the most active year ever for retail usage of stablecoins.

Alternative assets are no longer alternative

Once exclusive to the elite, alternative assets like art and wine are now accessible to all, as blockchains enable fractional ownership and global trading.

Machi Big Brother’s $44M profit shrinks to $9M loss on Hyperliquid

Despite the nearly $9 million loss, Machi and other large investors are betting on the price of the XPL token recovering.

How high can Bitcoin price go in October?

On-chain data suggests Bitcoin isn’t overheated yet, with $122,000 and $138,000 emerging as the next significant resistance levels to watch for BTC price.

Roman Storm seeks acquittal of Tornado Cash money transmission charge

Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm asks a US judge to dismiss his conviction, arguing that prosecutors failed to prove his intent to help bad actors.

Did Bitcoin ‘Uptober’ just start? Analysts say watch these key signals next

Market analysts and several metrics suggested that Bitcoin’s massive upward move was about to begin after BTC price closed September green.

CoinShares responds to rise of active ETFs with Bastion acquisition

CoinShares is set to acquire investment manager Bastion Asset Management to launch actively managed crypto ETFs in the US.

Metaplanet becomes 4th-largest corporate Bitcoin holder after $600M buy

Metaplanet’s Bitcoin Yield surged to 309.8% in late 2024, showing its per-share BTC exposure more than tripled before stabilizing at 33% this year.

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