Popular technical analyst Charting Guy has delivered a sobering assessment of Shiba Inu (SHIB), classifying the meme token among ‘Bad Looking Charts’ and projecting it will remain weak and choppy until the final stages of the current crypto cycle. His October 2025 analysis shows SHIB trading below critical Fibonacci resistance levels while major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum demonstrate stronger technical structures, suggesting a narrow, quality-focused market that may delay any significant SHIB breakout.
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Swiss Regulator Files Criminal Complaint Against FIFA NFT Platform
Switzerland’s gambling authority has escalated its investigation into FIFA’s blockchain collectibles platform, filing a formal criminal complaint alleging the soccer governing body is operating unlicensed gambling services through its NFT offerings. The move represents a significant regulatory challenge for FIFA’s Web3 ambitions, targeting the platform’s random draws and right-to-buy ticket mechanisms that Gespa claims constitute illegal lotteries and sports betting under Swiss law.
read moreChainlink & Algorand Gain Momentum as New Projects Emerge
Chainlink’s LINK token is demonstrating bullish strength by holding firmly above crucial support levels, signaling growing investor confidence in its market position. Simultaneously, Algorand is making measurable progress through strategic cross-chain integrations and ecosystem development, showcasing the network’s steady advancement. These established cryptocurrency projects underscore how real-world utility and consistent execution remain fundamental drivers of value in digital asset markets, even as emerging competitors begin challenging traditional approaches to early access and recognition mechanisms.
read moreSwiss Gambling Authority Probes FIFA’s Blockchain Ticket NFTs
Switzerland’s gambling authority Gespa has initiated a preliminary investigation into FIFA’s blockchain-based ‘Right-to-Buy’ digital collectibles, examining whether the soccer governing body’s innovative ticketing approach complies with local gambling regulations. The probe centers on FIFA Collect, the organization’s official digital collectibles platform that now operates on its own Avalanche layer-1 network, marking another regulatory challenge for sports organizations embracing blockchain technology to enhance fan engagement.
read moreLayer-1 Blockchains Shift from Hype to Utility in 2025
The cryptocurrency industry is undergoing a fundamental transformation in 2025, moving decisively beyond speculative hype toward tangible utility. As stablecoin frameworks mature and tokenized assets enter mainstream markets, layer-1 blockchains are emerging as the critical infrastructure enabling this seismic shift. With artificial intelligence beginning to transact on-chain, these foundational networks are being redefined not as experiments but as essential infrastructure powering real-world economic activities, marking a pivotal moment in blockchain’s maturation.
read moreWorldcoin (WLD) Surges 25% on New Privacy Tech & Analyst Hype
Worldcoin’s native token WLD experienced a dramatic 25% price increase within 24 hours, briefly reaching $1.30 – its highest point since late July. The surge makes WLD the best-performing cryptocurrency among the top 100 by market cap, outperforming competitors like PENGU and FORM. Market analysts attribute the rally primarily to Worldcoin’s recently launched AMPC (anonymized multi-party computation) technology, which enhances privacy for Orb-verified users by eliminating the need to store iris-derived numerical codes. Several prominent crypto analysts, including X user Lucky with over 2 million followers, are predicting further massive gains, with some targeting prices beyond $4 representing potential 200% upside. The token’s trading volume exceeded $1 billion during this period, indicating renewed investor interest.
read moreSouth Korea’s FSC Nominee Sparks Crypto Industry Backlash
Lee Eok-won, nominated to lead South Korea’s Financial Services Commission, has sparked industry backlash by questioning the legitimacy of digital assets, arguing they lack intrinsic value and exhibit extreme volatility. He specifically cautioned against using pension funds for crypto investments due to high risks. Despite regulatory skepticism, South Korean crypto adoption has grown dramatically, with over 30% of the population now invested in digital assets totaling $70 billion. While regulators have tightened rules, including restrictions on crypto-related equities and lending products, retail interest remains strong, with investors shifting capital from U.S. tech stocks to crypto-linked vehicles. The government has also shown some positive signals, with plans to remove restrictions on crypto firms qualifying as venture companies.
read moreTether Drops Freeze Plan, Labels Legacy Chains ‘Unsupported’
Tether has abandoned its plan to freeze USDT on legacy blockchains including Bitcoin Cash, Kusama, EOS, and Algorand, opting instead to label them as ‘unsupported’ networks. Under the new approach, users can still transfer existing tokens but Tether will cease issuing or redeeming USDT on these platforms. The reversal comes after weeks of criticism from developers and users who would have been locked out of their assets under the original freeze plan. This strategic pivot allows Tether to streamline operations on low-volume chains while avoiding reputational damage. The announcement coincides with Tether’s plans to launch native USDT on Bitcoin using the RGB protocol, signaling a shift toward prioritizing networks with higher adoption and new opportunities on Bitcoin.
read moreUS Commerce Dept to Issue Economic Data on Blockchain
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick announced during a cabinet meeting that his department will start publishing economic data, including GDP statistics, on blockchain technology. While framed as part of the Trump administration’s pro-crypto stance, the announcement lacked crucial details about which blockchain network would be used or how this would improve government operations. The initiative could potentially expand across the entire U.S. government, but experts note that ‘on the blockchain’ has become an outdated marketing phrase in the crypto industry. Given that Commerce Department data is already publicly available, the transparency benefits of blockchain may be redundant unless Lutnick’s plan includes additional undisclosed features.
read moreTornado Cash Founder Guilty: Legal Precedent Set
In August 2025, the US District Court convicted Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm for conspiracy related to unlicensed money transmission and sanctions violations. The case centers on whether developers can be held liable for misuse of their open-source code. Critics argue the ruling sets a dangerous precedent, potentially stifling innovation by exposing developers to legal risks for third-party misuse. Tornado Cash, an Ethereum-based privacy tool, has been scrutinized for enabling money laundering, though Storm maintained he had no control over its post-deployment use. The verdict challenges First Amendment protections for code as speech and could deter privacy-focused projects in the US. Legal experts warn the decision blurs the line between tool creation and criminal facilitation.
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