Author: John Smith

Multicoin Capital recently received about $51.32 million worth of AAVE tokens on-chain through the Galaxy Digital OTC wallet. AAVE is currently the largest asset in the address. Summary On-chain analysts report that Multicoin Capital’s wallet holds 210,000 AAVE, having received those tokens after they were withdrawn from major exchanges and routed through Galaxy Digital’s OTC channel. AAVE is now the largest asset in Multicoin’s wallet, dwarfing its second biggest holding, Ethereum, and the wallet’s total value has dipped 4.5%. According to on-chain analyst Ember CN, an address labeled by Nansen as belonging to the crypto-focused investment firm has recently received…

Despite Bitcoin price drop, BTC held on exchanges has dropped to its lowest level in over ten years, a signal that investors are still accumulating rather than selling Summary Bitcoin’s exchange balances have dropped to a 10-year low, showing strong accumulation. Liquidations cleared excess leverage, creating a healthier setup for recovery. Technicals remain mixed, but long-term support near $108K holds firm. Bitcoin fell below $113,000 as traders retreated after the weekend sell-off triggered by tariff news. In the last week, Bitcoin has dropped roughly 10%, trading between $109,883 and $125,023. The cryptocurrency is now 9% below its Oct. 6 record…

Bhutan has migrated its national digital identity system to the Ethereum blockchain, marking a historic step toward decentralized public infrastructure. Summary Bhutan becomes the first country to anchor its national ID on Ethereum. The migration builds on its prior integrations with Polygon and Hyperledger Indy. Full transition expected by Q1 2026 under Bhutan’s Digital Drukyul program. Bhutan has begun migrating its National Digital Identity system to the Ethereum blockchain, becoming the world’s first nation to anchor a population-wide digital ID on a public network.  The milestone was confirmed on Oct. 13 by Ethereum (ETH) Foundation President Aya Miyaguchi, who attended…

The Solana Foundation has struck a major partnership with Wavebridge, a Korean blockchain infrastructure firm, pushing towards a KRW stablecoin. Summary Solana and Wavebridge signed an MOU to co-develop a KRW-pegged stablecoin. The project includes a tokenization engine, MMF initiatives, and education for Korean banks. The partnership strengthens Solana’s role in institutional finance across Asia. The Solana Foundation has entered a new strategic partnership with Korean blockchain infrastructure firm Wavebridge to develop a KRW-pegged stablecoin and institutional-grade tokenization products.  The partnership is Solana’s (SOL) latest attempt to expand its practical financial applications in Asia, as reported by Maeli Business Newspaper on Oct. 14.…

Summary BTC price trades around $114,600, roughly 18 months after the 2024 halving. Analysts note this post-halving phase looks very different. Less explosive, more institutional, and increasingly tied to macro conditions. The BTC price prediction now depends less on miner dynamics and more on liquidity, ETF inflows, and broader market risk sentiment. The Bitcoin post-halving cycle, which is now underway, has historically shown similar price action over time. However, the cycle may be undergoing changes. Institutional interests in BTC have impaced the economic climate for cryptocurrencies, as we’re about to dive into below. Current BTC price scenario BTC 1D chart…

Bitcoin is trusted by governments and financial institutions. Reputable investors call it “digital gold,” and some even claim it’s better than gold. Notwithstanding all these, Bitcoin is still facing various security threats. Lately, a lot has been said about the potential threat from quantum computers. However, Duke University Professor Campbell Harvey revealed another concern, namely the relative cheapness of a 51% attack on the Bitcoin network.  Summary If successful, a 51% attack gives attackers control over the Bitcoin blockchain (or another proof-of-work-based blockchain). To achieve success, attackers must control over 50% of the mining hashrate, which is costly. In the…

CME Group, the world’s largest derivatives exchange, officially launched CFTC-regulated options for Solana and XRP. Summary CME Group officially launched options trading for Solana and XRP Trading in two altcoins will fall under U.S. CFTC regulation The move broadens institutional access for SOL and XRP Institutional demand for major altcoins is growing. On Monday, Oct. 13, CME Group, the world’s largest derivatives exchange, officially launched options for Solana and XRP, fully regulated by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission. Trading for Solana (SOL) and XRP (XRP) options is now live, giving institutional investors access to fully regulated derivatives on two…

Citi has reportedly entered the final stages of developing a credible crypto custody solution, with executives aiming to bring the service to its asset manager clients within the next several quarters for a full launch by 2026. Summary Citi is reportedly preparing to launch a crypto custody service by 2026, offering regulated storage for institutional clients’ digital assets. The bank said it’s developing a hybrid model using both in-house systems and third-party partnerships to hold native cryptocurrencies securely. On Oct. 13, CNBC reported that Biswarup Chatterjee, Citi’s global head of partnerships and innovation, confirmed the 2026 target, revealing the bank…

Dogecoin’s corporate arm is executing a reverse merger to land on Nasdaq, leveraging a treasury of over 837 million DOGE and $50 million in investment capital to build a regulated, multi-product financial platform far beyond its meme-based origins. Summary Dogecoin’s corporate arm, House of Doge, is merging with Nasdaq-listed Brag House through a reverse takeover. The merger, expected to close in early 2026, will form a publicly traded multi-revenue digital asset platform led by House of Doge CEO Marco Margiotta. According to a press release dated Oct. 13, House of Doge, the corporate arm of the Dogecoin Foundation, has entered…

Summary Pi Coin price prediction remains speculative as PI trades near $0.35, caught between optimism over mainnet progress and doubts about transparency. A breakout above $0.40 could lift prices toward $0.50–$0.60, while failure to hold $0.33 risks a decline toward $0.25–$0.28. Until exchange listings and utility materialize, PI’s “true value” is shaped more by belief and sentiment than by fundamentals. Pi (PI) is trading around $0.2158 USD as of the latest data, with a 24-hour trading volume near $51.8 million. The modest rebound today follows several days of volatility and downward pressure. The question on many traders’ minds now: is…