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Why Bitcoin’s Liquidity Advantage Matters as Institutions Move In
SALT Lending CEO Shawn Owen discusses Bitcoin's advantages over traditional assets and the potential for institutional adoption.
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US luxury spending is falling ahead of US midterm polls: What Citi’s data tells about wealthy shoppers turning cautious
US luxury credit card spending declined for the third consecutive month in September, falling 6% year-on-year, according to Citi data. This slowdown indicates increasing caution among wealthy American shoppers amidst economic uncertainty and the approaching US midterm ele…
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Italy Considers Buying MTS Bond Trading Platform
The Italian government is reportedly exploring the acquisition of MTS, a European bond trading platform, from Euronext. This move aims to maintain national control over Italy's debt instruments.
theguardian.com
Oil and gas prices jump on Middle East shipping attacks, sending bond yields higher and stocks lower – business live
Global oil and gas prices surged due to shipping attacks in the Middle East and a storm impacting US oil output, driving bond yields up and stock markets down.
cointelegraph.com
NEAR enters crypto’s top 20 after 140% surge in 30 days
NEAR Protocol's native token, NEAR, has climbed into the top 20 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization after a 140% surge over the past 30 days, reaching a $7.2 billion market cap.
cointelegraph.com
Bitcoin ETFs rebound with $119M inflow as Ether extends losses
US spot Bitcoin ETFs saw a net inflow of $119 million, reversing a previous loss, despite a drop in Bitcoin's price. Meanwhile, Ether ETFs continued their six-session outflow streak, totaling $408 million.
Robinhood Adds Bitcoin Worth $25 Million to Its Balance Sheet
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Robinhood Adds Bitcoin Worth $25 Million to Its Balance Sheet
Robinhood has reportedly added $25 million in bitcoin to its corporate balance sheet, according to a senior executive. This move aligns the company with other public firms holding BTC as a treasury asset.
Sterling today: Pound dips on firm dollar; EUR/GBP at 16-month low
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Sterling today: Pound dips on firm dollar; EUR/GBP at 16-month low
Sterling traded lower against a firm dollar, while the euro fell to a 16-month low against the pound, influenced by rising oil prices and French fiscal concerns.
Euro faces political, fiscal reckoning as it hovers near 17-month low
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Euro faces political, fiscal reckoning as it hovers near 17-month low
The euro is struggling near a 17-month low against the dollar and British pound, pressured by political uncertainty and high debt levels in the euro zone, particularly France, while the dollar strengthens on elevated US Treasury yields.
bbc.co.uk
Five reasons India's stock market is sinking even when its economy is growing
Despite India's economy growing at over 7%, its stock market is among the worst performing globally in 2026, experiencing an eight-week losing streak. Foreign investors are withdrawing funds, and domestic investors are seeing their wealth erode due to factors like high oi…
decrypt.co
Strive Adds $169M Bitcoin in Its Biggest Buy in Four Months
Strive, a Bitcoin treasury company, purchased 2,000 BTC for approximately $169 million between September 28 and October 2, marking its largest acquisition in four months. The company's total holdings now exceed 29,400 BTC.
decrypt.co
'Uptober' Off With a Bang as Bitcoin Surges to $86K
Bitcoin surged to $86,757, marking a strong start to 'Uptober,' driven by softer inflation data that increased the likelihood of the Federal Reserve holding interest rates.
U.S. added just 29,000 jobs in September, with unemployment rate rising to 4.2%
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U.S. added just 29,000 jobs in September, with unemployment rate rising to 4.2%
The U.S. added a mere 29,000 jobs in September, significantly missing forecasts, while the unemployment rate unexpectedly climbed to 4.2%. Bitcoin maintained its gains, trading just under $87,000 following the report.
Dollar edge lower after softer-than-expected U.S. payrolls data
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Dollar edge lower after softer-than-expected U.S. payrolls data
The U.S. dollar edged lower following softer-than-expected nonfarm payrolls data, easing fears of aggressive rate hikes, while the Japanese yen firmed on strong Tokyo inflation figures.
Crypto traders are in risk-on mode as bitcoin dominance nears return to 60%
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Crypto traders are in risk-on mode as bitcoin dominance nears return to 60%
Crypto markets are in a 'risk-on' phase, with Bitcoin (BTC) trading above $86,000 and its market dominance approaching 60%, while stablecoin USDT's share has declined.
theguardian.com
Diesel hits £2 a litre for first time; eurozone inflation rate surges to 3.8% – business live
UK diesel prices have surpassed £2 a litre for the first time, while eurozone inflation has surged to a three-year high of 3.8%. World food prices are also near a four-year peak.
cointelegraph.com
Bitcoin reaches for $87K as short liquidations top $120M
Bitcoin's price neared $87,000 after buyers broke through a significant wall of sell orders at $85,000, triggering over $120 million in BTC short liquidations. This surge marks its highest price since September 23, with analysts emphasizing the need for sustained ETF infl…
Why rising perpetual funding rates signal growing bullish leverage as bitcoin crosses $86,500
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Why rising perpetual funding rates signal growing bullish leverage as bitcoin crosses $86,500
Bitcoin's open interest has surged by $2.3 billion, with perpetual funding rates climbing, indicating increased bullish leverage as BTC surpasses $86,500.
Citi sees euro downside risk to 1.0850 on peripheral widening
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Citi sees euro downside risk to 1.0850 on peripheral widening
Citi maintains its 0-3 month EUR/USD forecast at 1.1350 but identifies tactical downside risk to 1.0850. This potential move reflects an overshoot of fair value if peripheral bond widening and European bank selling continue without changes in relative interest rates.
Bitcoin beats gold, surge to $100,000 in play
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Bitcoin beats gold, surge to $100,000 in play
Bitcoin has significantly outperformed gold and other major assets this quarter, with its price action suggesting a potential rally to $100,000. This resilience comes despite rising yields weakening traditional safe-haven assets.
Aave leads DeFi higher as crypto shrugs off surging bond market
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Aave leads DeFi higher as crypto shrugs off surging bond market
Bitcoin recovered losses, and DeFi tokens, led by Aave's 11% surge, rallied despite rising U.S. Treasury yields that pressured traditional stock markets.
cnbc.com
Trump’s municipal bond portfolio reaches as much as $1 billion as policy overlaps mount
Donald Trump's municipal bond holdings have grown to over 1,000 positions, valued between $300 million and $1 billion. Many of these bonds are linked to entities affected by his administration's policies.
Sterling today: Pound slips as oil-fuelled dollar demand builds
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Sterling today: Pound slips as oil-fuelled dollar demand builds
The British pound and euro both declined against the dollar as stalled US-Iran talks pushed Brent crude prices higher, strengthening demand for the U.S. currency.
Asian currencies mixed as dollar holds high, Aussie slips after RBA hike
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Asian currencies mixed as dollar holds high, Aussie slips after RBA hike
Asian currencies showed mixed performance as the U.S. dollar maintained a two-month high, driven by elevated Treasury yields and Fed tightening expectations. The Australian dollar slipped after a widely anticipated RBA rate hike, while the Japanese yen weakened despite in…
bitcoinmagazine.com
Strategy and Strive Scoop Up More Than 2,700 Bitcoin in a Week
Strategy and Strive, two major corporate holders of Bitcoin, collectively purchased 2,773 BTC worth $232.5 million last week, signaling continued accumulation despite market volatility and recent sales by other treasuries.
Dollar holds near two-month high as oil, data bolster Fed rate bets
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Dollar holds near two-month high as oil, data bolster Fed rate bets
The U.S. dollar is holding near two-month highs, poised for its strongest monthly gain since June, driven by surging oil prices and robust economic data that reinforce expectations for higher Federal Reserve interest rates.
U.S. debt sell-off extends on $106 crude oil and hawkish central bank outlooks
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U.S. debt sell-off extends on $106 crude oil and hawkish central bank outlooks
U.S. Treasury yields are rising to multi-decade highs, driven by persistent energy-driven inflation fears, with Brent crude above $106 a barrel, and hawkish stances from major central banks.
bitcoinmagazine.com
Bitcoin Traders Brace for $15B Options Expiry as Bulls Eye $100,000
Bitcoin traders are preparing for a massive $15 billion options expiry on Friday, with a significant bullish lean indicated by the put-to-call ratio.
decrypt.co
Bitcoin Breakout Cools as Fed Rate-Hike Bets Climb
Bitcoin's recent rally has cooled, with the cryptocurrency trading near $84,490, as market odds for a Federal Reserve rate hike in October climbed to 75% due to persistent inflation concerns. This potential tightening makes non-yielding assets like Bitcoin less attractive.
theguardian.com
UK interest rate rise ‘increasingly likely’ with high energy prices; inflation fears hit bonds – business live
A Bank of England deputy governor warns that UK interest rates are increasingly likely to rise due to persistent high energy prices and inflation risks, while global bond markets face a sell-off.