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Two members of the Sweden Democrats, Dennis Dioukarev and David Perez, have put forward a motion to the government, urging an investigation into the feasibility of creating a national Bitcoin reserve for Sweden. Filed on October 1st, the proposal calls for a study into how such a strategic reserve could be established, which authority would manage it, and also seeks government confirmation that there are no plans to alter the definition of legal tender or introduce a central bank digital currency. The lawmakers argue that Bitcoin, which they refer to as "digital gold," could serve as a valuable complement to existing gold and foreign exchange reserves, helping to diversify state holdings and provide a hedge against inflation. They believe this action would strategically position Sweden for potential major shifts in the global financial system.
The push for a national Bitcoin reserve in Sweden aligns with a growing international trend, notably following the U.S. President signing an executive order to establish a national reserve funded by confiscated assets in March. While countries like El Salvador and Bhutan already hold Bitcoin, and others like the U.K. and China have unofficial reserves of confiscated digital assets, politicians in nations such as Latvia and Poland have also suggested creating strategic reserves. The Swedish proponents contend that Bitcoin's value is less correlated with political and economic risks than traditional assets, making it an attractive addition to reduce overall asset correlation within the reserve, despite warnings from institutions like Deutsche Bank about its volatility, illiquidity compared to gold, and vulnerability to fraud. Source
A recently disclosed vulnerability in the Unity game engine for mobile games on Android could allow third parties to inject malicious code, posing a potential threat to gamers' cryptocurrency wallets. This flaw, which reportedly affects projects dating back to 2017, primarily impacts Android but also affects Windows, macOS, and Linux systems to a varying extent. Though Unity is quietly distributing fixes and a standalone patching tool to selected partners, public guidance is expected early next week. The vulnerability allows for "in-process code injection," which could escalate to a device-level compromise on Android under certain conditions. Even without full device access, the malicious code could employ techniques like overlays, input capture, or screen scraping to target sensitive information such as personal credentials or crypto wallet seed phrases.
To protect themselves, mobile gamers are strongly advised to update any Unity-based games as soon as developers roll out patches, which Google is supporting to expedite. Crucially, gamers should avoid sideloading apps—installing them from non-official sources or downloading APKs—as these haven't been screened by Google Play's security systems and won't automatically receive security updates, leaving users vulnerable to modified, exploitative versions of legitimate games. Additionally, users should review device permissions and disable unnecessary accessibility or overlay services that run during gaming. Finally, practicing risk segregation by keeping crypto wallets on a separate device or account from the one used for gaming is recommended as a strong security measure. Source
VivoPower International, a London-based and Nasdaq-listed company, has successfully raised $19 million in fresh equity, with the funds primarily designated to fuel its expanding digital asset treasury strategy focused on the acquisition, management, and long-term holding of XRP. This new capital supplement a previously announced $30 million partnership with Doppler Finance for deploying XRP reserves, which is the initial phase of a larger $200 million planned XRP allocation roadmap. The company’s increased commitment to Ripple’s ecosystem is also demonstrated by its Tembo EV unit, which has been experimenting with Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin for faster and cheaper cross-border transactions, positioning VivoPower as one of the first publicly listed firms to allocate substantial treasury resources to XRP.
The timing of this significant financing aligns with a period of positive, yet volatile, performance for XRP, which is the world’s third-largest cryptocurrency by market cap. While the token has shown substantial one-year growth and monthly gains, its current price remains below its July all-time high. The market’s reception to XRP's fourth-quarter prospects is mixed, with some analysts predicting significant price surges to as high as $6.32 or even $20, while critics caution that the asset’s streak of five consecutive green quarterly closes may be due for a correction, potentially leading to a red end to 2025. Source
In his latest blog post, "Bastille Day," crypto entrepreneur Arthur Hayes directs his focus toward the Eurozone, arguing that financial turmoil centred on France's significant debt will necessitate excessive money printing by the European Central Bank (ECB), ultimately leading to a surge in Bitcoin's price. Hayes contends that as the Eurozone's second-largest economy, France's high debt could compel the ECB to print trillions of euros to prevent a collapse of the currency, either immediately to finance the French welfare state or later to counteract capital controls. He asserts that Bitcoin will inevitably rise against what he considers the "piece of trash that is the euro," as printed euros join printed dollars, yuan, and yen in bidding up its price.
Hayes's prediction is consistent with his past critiques, where he previously forecasted Bitcoin would hit $1 million by 2028 due to similar money-printing policies by the U.S. Federal Reserve. Digital asset observers frequently note that investor interest in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin tends to increase during periods of currency debasement and political or economic unrest, viewing it as a safe-haven asset. Hayes's most recent forecast leverages this principle, suggesting the ECB's monetary response to France's debt crisis will be the catalyst for Bitcoin's continued, inexorable rise. Source
The latest developments in the crypto business underscore the deepening integration of traditional finance, or TradFi, with the core infrastructure of the crypto industry, centred on the theme of real-world assets moving onchain. Tether, the issuer of the world’s largest stablecoin, is reportedly in talks with major venture capital firms, including SoftBank and ARK Investment Management, for a massive funding round that could value the company at up to $500 billion. Concurrently, US regulators are advancing the discussion on tokenization, with the Securities and Exchange Commission reportedly exploring a plan that would permit traditional US stocks to be traded onchain via approved crypto exchanges, a move that would significantly broaden accessibility and trading hours for equities.
This convergence is further highlighted by a Nasdaq-listed biotech firm, Predictive Oncology, which has established a $344.4 million digital asset treasury composed entirely of Aethir tokens, becoming the first publicly traded US firm to hold a token from a Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network, or DePIN. Furthermore, JPMorgan’s Kinexys blockchain platform, which currently processes around $3 billion in daily transactions, has added Qatar National Bank Group as a user to process corporate US dollar payments more quickly and efficiently. These examples demonstrate how banks, regulators, and major companies are increasingly leveraging blockchain technology for everything from treasury management to faster cross-border payments. Source
John D’Agostino, Coinbase’s head of institutional strategy, stated that a primary reason for remaining bullish on Bitcoin is its strong performance as an inflation hedge, which he believes will be further amplified as the Federal Reserve continues to cut interest rates. He noted that over a year, Bitcoin's return of 75 percent significantly outperformed both gold at 44 percent and Ethereum at 58 percent, and he argued that looking back three, five, or seven years clearly shows Bitcoin to be the superior asset to own. D’Agostino highlighted Bitcoin’s advantages over gold, noting that it is programmable, digital, infinitely scalable for movement, and, most importantly, can produce yield, whereas gold has a negative cost of carry. He concluded that for investors genuinely concerned about excessive global money supply growth and resulting inflation, Bitcoin is necessary to beat those rates.
D’Agostino’s bullish outlook is also fuelled by the expectation that falling interest rates will unlock trillions of dollars currently held in money market funds. He pointed out that investors are holding funds in money markets because the current 4.5 percent to 5.5 percent returns are close to beating the target inflation rate. However, as the Federal fund rate declines and money market returns diminish, D’Agostino predicts that a portion of those immense assets will be reallocated into Bitcoin, contributing to the continued rise of the asset. Source
CME Group, the world's largest derivatives marketplace, announced plans to transition its cryptocurrency futures and options to near round-the-clock trading in early 2026, pending regulatory approval. This change, which will apply to all of its listed crypto products including the existing Bitcoin and Ethereum contracts, is being driven by strong client demand to manage risk around the clock. The move will bring the CME's trading hours closer to the 24/7 nature of crypto markets, though it will still incorporate a two-hour weekly maintenance period and other holiday considerations. The announcement comes as the CME prepares to launch Solana and XRP options on October 13th.
The decision reflects the massive growth and deeper integration of crypto into traditional finance, with the CME reporting "record volumes" in its cryptocurrency futures and options this year. Notional open interest, which measures the outstanding value of contracts, hit a record $39 billion in mid-September, and the number of outstanding contracts reached 335,200 in August, marking a 95% year-over-year increase. By moving toward 24/7 trading, the CME is responding to the market's evolving needs, a sentiment echoed by users who noted the impending end of the long-standing "CME gaps" that have appeared on weekend Bitcoin price charts. Source
Markethive is presented as a revolutionary, multi-dimensional digital platform, going beyond simple social networking by creating a holistic ecosystem with deep-level linking dynamics and sophisticated social organizational integrations. This architecture features a dual-pronged approach, offering both expansive global social network reach and robust internal community connections, and is underpinned by advanced content distribution capabilities. Key features include the provision for unlimited, interconnected WordPress blogs and an extensive content syndication network, which leverages its proprietary HivePress system to integrate with thousands of customized domains and numerous API news sites, including crypto-specific outlets. This comprehensive design unifies social networking, advanced marketing automation, and digital broadcasting to ensure that user-generated content achieves broad visibility and maximum digital impact.
The platform is designed to empower digital entrepreneurs by providing premium tools, actionable metrics, and a commitment to data empowerment over exploitation. Markethive's core analytical engine, Vector Research, provides deep insights and reports on the complex, multilevel relationships within the ecosystem, which is then delivered to users through intuitive visualization matrix displays to help them refine their strategies. Furthermore, the platform is built on blockchain technology, forming a "Market Network" that aims to safeguard user rights, monetize contributions through the Hivecoin (HVC) cryptocurrency Bounty and Faucet systems, and ensure transparency and privacy, thereby challenging centralized systems and fostering a truly reciprocal and fair digital environment. Source
Consensys CEO Joe Lubin confirmed that SWIFT, the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication, will use the Ethereum layer-two Linea blockchain to build its recently announced crypto payments ledger. This confirmation came at the Token2049 conference, following SWIFT's earlier announcement that it had partnered with Consensys and over 30 traditional finance institutions to create infrastructure for a 24/7 real-time crypto payments system. Developed by Consensys, Linea is a scaling-focused layer 2 utilizing zk-EVM rollup technology, capable of processing transactions at a fraction of the cost of fees on Ethereum. Currently, Linea is one of the largest Ethereum layer 2s by total value locked, and the involvement of major banks like Bank of America, Citi, and JPMorgan Chase in the trials underscores the significance of SWIFT's entry into the blockchain payments space, which handles around 150 trillion dollars worth of global payments annually.
SWIFT's move to build a blockchain payments rail has been widely anticipated, offering the benefits of near-instant, 24/7 settlement without intermediaries, alongside reduced costs and delays, potentially posing competition to established blockchain payment systems like Ripple’s XRP Ledger. Beyond just payments, Lubin also highlighted Linea's broader potential, describing it as a platform for a "user-generated civilization" where content and infrastructure can be built from the bottom up. He explained that by leveraging Ethereum’s trustless settlement layer, Linea enables communities to establish their own rules and applications, contrasting with the top-down models of traditional government and banking hierarchies. Source
A major crypto trading platform, Crypto.com, has partnered with Sharps Technology (STSS), a company specializing in medical devices and pharmaceutical packaging, to establish a new Solana (SOL) treasury strategy. As part of this collaboration, Crypto.com assisted Sharps Technology in developing their strategy and in acquiring 2 million SOL. This digital asset treasury is viewed by Sharps Technology not only as a balance sheet tactic but also as a commitment to furthering open and efficient financial infrastructure.
With the 2 million SOL valued at over 400 million dollars at the time of writing, Sharps Technology intends to disburse a portion of these funds back into the Solana ecosystem, aiming to distribute liquidity and generate yields on their investments. Crypto.com's President and COO noted the platform’s comprehensive institutional capabilities for securely managing digital asset treasuries, supporting Sharps Technology’s ambitious vision. This partnership highlights a growing trend of traditional companies incorporating significant cryptocurrency holdings into their corporate strategy, actively engaging with and contributing to specific blockchain ecosystems. Source
Bitcoin's price surpassed $120,000 for the first time since mid-August, rising by 2% in 24 hours and nearly 8% over the past week, as the U.S. government entered its second day of a shutdown. This surge is attributed to investors seeking safe haven assets, a trend also seen with gold's rising price, and an increased hope for an impending Federal Reserve interest rate cut, which historically benefits Bitcoin. On Wednesday, spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced significant inflows, totaling $675.8 million, their highest level since September 12th, indicating renewed investor interest. Market analysts suggest that Bitcoin is beginning to move more independently from U.S. stocks, making its uncorrelated price action more appealing to investors.
The price action aligns with the historical trend of "Uptober," a strong month for the cryptocurrency following typically rough Septembers, a pattern that has played out in nine of the last ten years. The optimism is also reflected in the broader crypto market, with Ethereum and Solana also experiencing daily price increases of around 3%. Furthermore, crypto traders are increasingly bullish on Bitcoin's future prospects, with prediction markets showing an 81% likelihood of the asset reaching a new all-time high of $125,000 sooner than dropping to $105,000. Source
Crypto.com is integrating the Morpho decentralized finance lending protocol into its Cronos blockchain, a move that will allow its users to earn stablecoin yields on deposited wrapped Bitcoin and Ether. This integration, which is set to launch its first vaults this year, mirrors a similar strategic push by Coinbase into DeFi lending. The goal of the collaboration is to offer a trustworthy user experience on the front end while utilizing DeFi infrastructure on the back end, making lending features accessible directly within Crypto.com's platforms. Morpho, which functions as the second-largest DeFi lending protocol by connecting lenders and borrowers on existing platforms like Aave and Compound, will allow users to deposit wrapped assets, which mirror the value of their respective underlying cryptocurrencies on the Cronos network, to borrow stablecoins against and generate a yield.
This development follows a recent similar integration between Morpho and Coinbase, where the latter incorporated the protocol to offer users on-chain lending with potential yields significantly higher than its standard rewards for holding USDC. These moves by major crypto exchanges into DeFi lending have sparked debate, particularly with traditional banks pushing back and urging Congress to address what they term "stablecoin loopholes." Although the Genius Act, enacted in July 2025, prohibited interest-bearing stablecoins, the co-founder of Morpho clarified that lending a stablecoin to earn yield is considered a separate activity and is not restricted by the act, confirming the service will be accessible to US users. Source
Avalanche Treasury Co. is preparing to go public through a $675 million merger with Mountain Lake Acquisition Corp., targeting a Nasdaq listing in the first quarter of 2026 with approximately $460 million in treasury assets already secured. The new firm boasts an exclusive partnership with the Avalanche Foundation, which includes an initial $200 million purchase of the AVAX token at a discounted rate, saving investors 23% compared to direct market purchases. The company’s core strategy is not just to passively hold tokens but to actively serve as a “growth engine” for the Avalanche ecosystem by accumulating over $1 billion worth of AVAX, making targeted investments in protocols, activating partnerships with enterprises for real-world assets and payments, and directly supporting institutional Avalanche network launches.
The firm is structured with veteran Wall Street leadership and has secured an advisory role from Ava Labs founder Emin Gün Sirer, along with investments from major crypto players including Dragonfly, Pantera Capital, and Kraken. This substantial backing and strategic plan aim to drive adoption and development across the Avalanche network. The announcement comes as AVAX's price remained relatively flat despite other major cryptocurrencies posting gains, and follows another firm's recent announcement to pivot to stockpiling the token. Source
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) missed its decision deadline on Canary Capital's spot Litecoin exchange-traded fund, leading to significant uncertainty within the crypto community. The SEC's silence, occurring during a federal government shutdown, is compounded by the confusion surrounding its new generic listing standards. The shutdown itself brings a stated operational plan from the SEC that it would halt the review and approval of new applications, including self-regulatory organization rule changes and registration statements. Furthermore, Canary's recent withdrawal of its 19b-4 application at the SEC's request has added complexity, potentially rendering the original regulatory deadlines irrelevant, as analysts suggest the S-1 registration statement is now the sole document requiring approval.
While the SEC continues to operate in a very limited capacity during the shutdown, the specific reason for the lack of a decision—whether it's the government closure or the change in listing standards—remains unclear. Despite these setbacks and the current limbo, the introduction of the new generic listing standards is expected by some analysts to significantly streamline the approval process for crypto ETFs in the long run, with one even suggesting a 100% chance of approval for some products. The market is anticipating the potential approval of various new spot crypto ETFs beyond Bitcoin and Ether, including those for Litecoin, Solana, and others, which would expand the current multi-billion dollar US spot crypto ETF market. Source
Tether co-founder Reeve Collins predicts that by 2030, all currency, including fiat like the dollar and euro, will essentially be represented as stablecoins running on blockchain rails. He defines a stablecoin as any traditional currency that is being moved on a blockchain, arguing that the compelling benefits of tokenized assets, such as increased transparency, efficiency, and the ability to transfer money globally without intermediaries, will make them the primary method for transferring value within the next five years. Collins also stated that the positive shift in stance toward the crypto sector by the U.S. government has been the best development for the market, opening the "floodgates" for traditional finance institutions to scramble to enter the space, with stablecoins being a key focus due to their inherent utility in a better way to transact.
This move by traditional finance, according to Collins, will ultimately blur the lines between centralized and decentralized finance, leading to a unified financial world where applications handle functions like moving money, loans, and investments using a mix of traditional and DeFi styles. While acknowledging the significant risks of a fully on-chain global finance, such as security vulnerabilities in blockchain bridges, smart contracts, and crypto wallets, Collins believes that overall security is improving. He concluded that the industry will see more robust services and options for users, maintaining the choice between being fully in control of one's assets (which is technically complex) and trusting a third party, similar to how traditional banks operate. Source
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