Photo by BeInCrypto XRP remains under pressure as its month-long downtrend continues to pull the altcoin closer to the key $2 level. Earlier in the month, XRP attempted to break out of this declining pattern but failed to sustain momentum.  Adding to this pressure are the investors, who are leaning towards selling at the moment. Thus, the question now is whether the growing anticipation surrounding potential XRP ETF approvals can help prevent a deeper drop. XRP Investors Are Selling XRP exchange net pos ...

NYSE Arca Approves ProShares Ultra XRP ETF: A Breakthrough for XRP in 2025. Photo by BeInCrypto The US Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) has listed nine spot XRP Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs), intensifying expectations of a November launch pending US SEC approval. With the potential US Senate deal to end the government shutdown, this could speed up SEC reviews and push XRP’s price to a high of $2.46. DTCC Listing Expands XRP ETF Landscape The list includes Bitwise XRP ETF and Franklin XRP E ...

Valuation & Funding - Ripple 完成了 5 亿美元的融资[1] - Ripple 的估值达到了惊人的 400 亿美元[1] Regulatory & Market Speculation - 市场关注 XRP 是否能获得 ETF 批准[1]

Valuation & Funding - Ripple 完成了 5 亿美元的融资[1] - Ripple 的估值达到了惊人的 400 亿美元[1] Regulatory & Market Outlook - 行业关注 XRP 是否能获得 ETF 批准[1]

Core Insights - Litecoin (LTC) experienced a price drop to $51 in October but has since rebounded above $100, with potential for further growth due to the upcoming LTC ETF launch and improving on-chain metrics [1] - Despite the positive developments, trader sentiment remains cautious, reflecting a wait-and-see approach regarding the ETF's impact on the market [3] ETF Developments - Several spot ETFs, including the Litecoin ETF by Canary Funds, have been approved and are set to begin trading on NASDAQ, benefiting from a special regulatory mechanism that allows automatic approval [2] - Market reaction to the ETF news has been muted, with LTC's price fluctuating between $98 and $105, indicating traders are awaiting concrete evidence of the ETF's effects [3] - Forecasts suggest a 99% probability of ETF approval by the end of 2025, which could serve as a bullish catalyst for LTC [3] Technical Analysis - A prominent LTC supporter believes Litecoin is on the verge of a significant uptrend, citing a long-term symmetrical triangle pattern that may lead to a strong yearly bullish candle after a period of price consolidation [4] On-Chain Metrics - The average transaction value on the Litecoin network has recently surpassed $80,000, the highest in three years, indicating increased large-scale transfers and stronger on-chain activity [5] - Litecoin's hashrate reached a new all-time high of approximately 3.34 PH/s, which enhances network security and reflects growing miner participation [6] - The expansion of Mimblewimble Extension Blocks (MWEB) on the Litecoin network allows for confidential transactions, improving user privacy without increasing fees or slowing processing speed, with the total MWEB balance reaching 260,000 LTC [7]

Core Insights - HBAR token experienced a decline of nearly 5% from $0.22 to $0.21 between October 8 and 9, reflecting institutional caution amid regulatory uncertainty [1][3] - Trading volatility surged to 5.4%, with significant selling activity observed between 01:00 and 08:00 on October 9, resulting in trading volumes exceeding 100 million units per hour [1][6] - Institutional resistance was noted at the $0.22 price level, while support was established near $0.21, indicating defined risk parameters for corporate treasury management [1][6] Market Dynamics - The selloff is indicative of broader market unease due to the U.S. government shutdown, which has halted SEC operations and delayed ETF approvals [3] - Canary Capital's HBAR and Litecoin ETF filings remain pending, while Bitwise has adjusted Solana ETF fees and added staking to enhance competitiveness [3] - Corporate treasuries are expected to maintain a cautious stance towards digital asset exposure until regulatory clarity is achieved [3] Trading Activity - In the final trading hour, HBAR slipped an additional 0.85% to $0.212, with a failed recovery attempt at $0.215 [2] - Trading volume collapsed to zero in the closing minutes, suggesting either technical issues or a complete institutional retreat [2] - The final trading session saw intraday volatility of 1.26%, exceeding corporate risk tolerance thresholds [6]

Interest Rate Policy & Market Impact - The Fed is expected to cut interest rates, with the first cut anticipated tomorrow [1] - Rate cuts reduce borrowing costs, potentially increasing consumption and corporate profits [1] - Lower rates can drive liquidity from lower-risk assets like T-bills to higher-risk assets such as stocks and crypto [2] Market Expectations & Catalysts - The market anticipates a greater than 75% probability of three or more rate cuts in 2025 [2] - Major catalysts include ETF approval, pro-crypto administration, and regulatory clarity [2] Potential Outcomes - Increased liquidity flow into Bitcoin and altcoins is expected as more rate cuts occur [2] - These catalysts, once liquidity flows, could be priced in, potentially leading to a parabolic Q4 rally [3]

Market Trends & Institutional Signals - Industry should watch Canary's $TRUMP ETF approval for institutional signals [1] Risk Management & Scam Prevention - Celebrity meme launches often indicate potential scams, requiring verification [1] - Industry participants should closely track positions in volatile environments [1] - Vigilance is needed regarding fake tokens [1]