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ETH faces consolidation as bulls defend key support levels Ethereum (ETH) briefly surged past the $4,600 resistance level before facing selling pressure that pulled the price back toward the $4,480 zone. The move highlights ongoing volatility as traders assess whether ETH can sustain its momentum after a strong rally in recent sessions. At press time, ETH is trading around $4,483, down nearly 0.7% on the day. The retracement comes after a rapid climb from the $3,800 support area, a zone that had previously acted as a springboard for buyers. “This type of pullback is typical after a breakout,” said  BITX …

BTC technicals point to further upside after clearing key resistance Bitcoin (BTC) has surged to a fresh high of $124,000, breaking out of a multi-week consolidation phase and reinforcing bullish sentiment across the market. The move comes after weeks of range-bound trading, with buyers finally regaining control as BTC pierced through a significant resistance zone. At the time of writing, BTC is hovering near $121,800, slightly below the peak but maintaining strong momentum. Analysts point to the breakout above the $112,000 – $116,000 range as a pivotal moment that could open the door for extended gains. “This breakout above $120,000…

Technical Analysis Shows Recovery Momentum The price of NEAR Protocol (NEAR/USDT) gained over 5% in the past 24 hours, sparking optimism that buyers may be preparing for a stronger breakout. After months of sideways trading, NEAR is now testing levels that could determine whether the token resumes a broader bullish trend. Currently trading near $2.95, NEAR has broken free from its earlier descending channel that dominated the market between January and April 2025. The breakout led to a consolidation phase, with price action now hovering between support at $2.40–$2.50 and resistance around $3.50–$3.60.  BITX  Analysts point out that the $2.40…

Nasdaq Index Surges to Record 24,932 Points Backed by Strong Momentum The Nasdaq Composite Index climbed to a new all-time high at 24,932, extending its bullish rally as technology stocks continued to fuel market optimism. The surge highlights robust investor confidence, with the index maintaining an upward trendline since May and consolidating above key support levels. On the daily chart, the index shows a clear breakout above the 24,000 resistance zone, with buyers defending the ascending trendline that has carried the market higher through the summer months. This technical structure underlines the ongoing strength in the broader U.S. technology sector.…

$200B pipeline of crypto IPOs could reshape the next market cycle Wall Street’s focus on crypto may be shifting from speculative altcoins to late-stage, IPO-ready firms, according to new research from crypto financial services company Matrixport. The firm reported that more than $200 billion worth of cryptocurrency companies are preparing to go public, potentially raising between $30 billion and $45 billion in fresh capital. Matrixport explained that traditional altcoin speculation has been dampened by ongoing Bitcoin miner selling, which has nearly offset inflows from ETFs and treasuries. As a result, investor appetite is moving toward scalable firms positioned for public…

XRP Price Eyes Breakout While ETF Decisions Loom in October XRP (XRP/USDT) rose 3% in the last 24 hours, trading near $3.02 as investor sentiment strengthens on the back of SBI’s lending program and anticipation surrounding upcoming ETF decisions. According to on-chain flows, renewed institutional interest is fueling momentum, with traders keeping a close eye on the October 18 deadline, when the first rulings on pending XRP ETF applications are expected. The chart shows XRP rebounding from the $2.80 support zone, with buying volume picking up after several days of consolidation. This bounce positions the asset just below the orange…

Wallet compromises and exchange breaches emerge as top threats for crypto security Losses from crypto hacks and exploits fell 37% in Q3 2025, totaling $509 million, according to data from blockchain security firms. The decline marks a significant improvement from the $803 million reported in Q2, and a more than 70% drop compared to Q1’s $1.7 billion in losses. Security firm CertiK reported that losses from code vulnerabilities dropped sharply to $78 million in Q3, down from $272 million in Q2. Phishing-related losses also fell, despite the number of incidents remaining relatively steady. However, attackers are shifting their tactics. Instead…

AMA recap highlights how L2s can boost Bitcoin’s sustainability and miner revenue Bitcoin’s future depends on scaling solutions beyond its base layer. That was the central message from Kevin Liu, co-founder and CEO of Goat Network, during a recent AMA session held after Korea Blockchain Week. Liu emphasized that Bitcoin Layer 2s (L2s) are essential for expanding use cases, increasing miner revenue, and ensuring long-term sustainability. Why scaling Bitcoin matters Goat Network’s journey began in early 2023 with research into zero-knowledge computation. By late 2024, the team launched a zkVM capable of proving blocks in real time, a major step…

Nasdaq-listed company invests $1.5 million in Solana-based memecoin ecosystem Fitell Corporation, an Australia-based firm, has purchased 216.8 million PUMP tokens in a move that expands its digital asset strategy tied to the Solana ecosystem. The Nasdaq-listed company confirmed the $1.5 million acquisition on Thursday, highlighting its growing focus on blockchain-based treasuries. PUMP is the native token of Pump.fun, a memecoin launchpad built on Solana. The token has gained strong traction, with a current market capitalization of $2.5 billion and a 90% increase in value over the past month. “We are deepening our participation in Solana’s growth story, while diversifying our…

Kazakhstan is taking a two-tier approach to digital assets, pushing forward with its central bank digital currency (CBDC), the digital tenge, while also supporting the launch of Evo stablecoin in collaboration with Solana and Mastercard. Rather than competing, the two projects are designed to complement each other as the nation accelerates efforts to become Central Asia’s leading crypto hub. The Evo stablecoin, rolled out in September 2025, is among the world’s first state-backed stablecoins, issued with the support of the National Bank of Kazakhstan and local financial institutions. Unlike the CBDC, Evo is ecosystem-driven, meaning its circulation will depend on…