October 29, 2025 | 00:36
Cryptocurrency markets are flashing compelling signals that a new altseason may be imminent, with Bitcoin dominance forming a rare “death cross” pattern that historically precedes massive altcoin rallies. Analyst Ito Shimotsuma identified this technical formation that has only occurred once per market cycle in 2016 and 2021, both instances resulting in parabolic gains for alternative cryptocurrencies. With Bitcoin’s market share dropping 12% from its June high and several major altcoins already hitting record highs, market indicators suggest we could be on the verge of the next major altcoin run.
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NEAR Surges 92% in Volume, Eyes $3.37 Breakout
NEAR Protocol is experiencing a significant surge in trading activity and bullish momentum as it approaches the critical $3.00 resistance level. Derivative data confirms growing trader confidence with open interest jumping over 26% to $422 million. A successful breakout could propel NEAR toward the next target of $3.37.
read moreCrypto Unlocks: $790M Token Flood Hits SOL, AVAX, DOGE
Cryptocurrency markets are bracing for a significant supply shock as over $790 million in digital assets are set to unlock between September 15-22, with major projects including Solana, Avalanche, and Dogecoin leading the token flood. This unprecedented wave of newly circulating tokens arrives during a period of remarkable price rallies, creating a critical test for market resilience and investor sentiment as analysts debate whether the unlocks will dampen current momentum or represent healthy market maturation.
read moreWorldcoin (WLD) Surges 75% to 7-Month High on Upbit Listing
Worldcoin’s WLD token has experienced a massive 75% price surge, reaching $2.10 and pushing its market capitalization to over $4.2 billion, making it the 45th-largest cryptocurrency. The primary catalyst was Upbit’s announcement of listing WLD trading pairs, which typically boosts liquidity and accessibility. Additional factors include the release of privacy-enhancing AMPC technology and Eightco’s $250 million Worldcoin treasury initiative, backed by major investors like Pantera and Kraken. While some analysts predict WLD could surpass $4 in the short term, others warn of a potential correction to $1.63, highlighting the divided sentiment surrounding the token’s future trajectory.
read moreTRON & NEAR Partner for Seamless Cross-Chain Swaps
TRON DAO and NEAR Protocol have formed a strategic partnership to integrate NEAR Intents technology onto the TRON blockchain, creating a seamless cross-chain transaction experience. This integration allows users to perform asset swaps across chains without wallet setup, bridging, or technical knowledge of blockchain mechanics. NEAR Intents functions as a multichain transaction protocol where users make requests and third parties compete to provide optimal solutions. The collaboration leverages TRON’s massive user base of over 329 million accounts and $28 billion in total value locked, combined with NEAR’s chain abstraction technology that enables AI to interact with assets across multiple chains as a unified system. This partnership aims to drive Web3 adoption by removing technical barriers and creating a universal marketplace for crypto and traditional services, with immediate application for USDT stablecoin swaps.
read moreBitcoin Dips to $115K Amid Market Volatility
Bitcoin (BTC) experienced a sharp decline to $115,000, marking an 11-day low, as the market anticipates further volatility. The drop follows a weekend of stable trading around $117,500 and comes amid geopolitical tensions, including a potential peace deal discussion between Ukraine and Russia. Altcoins also suffered losses, with ETH falling below $4,300 and XRP dropping under $3.00. The total crypto market cap shed over $100 billion in a day, now standing at $3.960 trillion. The market remains cautious as traders watch for outcomes from the Trump-Zelenskyy meeting and other macroeconomic factors.
read moreEthereum Leads $572M Crypto Inflows Amid 401(k) Boost
Investment products tied to digital assets rebounded with $572 million in inflows last week, overcoming early outflows of $1 billion driven by weak US payroll data. A key catalyst was the US government’s approval of digital assets in 401(k) plans, sparking $1.57 billion in late-week inflows. Ethereum led the charge with $268 million in weekly inflows, pushing year-to-date totals to a record $8.2 billion and lifting assets under management to $32.6 billion. Bitcoin saw $260 million in inflows, while altcoins like Solana and XRP also gained traction. Regionally, the US and Canada led inflows, while Europe remained bearish. Despite the rally, ETP trading volumes fell 23% month-over-month, attributed to summer slowdowns.
read moreCrypto ETPs Rebound with $1.57B Inflows Post-Trump Order
Digital asset exchange-traded products (ETPs) rebounded sharply last week with $1.57 billion in inflows, erasing earlier losses of $1 billion. The recovery was driven by President Trump’s executive order permitting crypto in 401(k) retirement plans, according to CoinShares. Ethereum dominated with $268 million in weekly inflows, pushing its year-to-date total to a record $8.2 billion, while Bitcoin saw $206 million in inflows after consecutive outflows. Solana and XRP also attracted significant institutional interest, with inflows reaching $21.8 million and $18.4 million, respectively. The U.S. led global inflows with $608 million, while European markets lagged. Despite the recovery, trading volumes remained 23% lower than the previous month.
read moreSui Research Unveils Quantum-Safe Wallet Upgrade for Blockchains
Sui Research has introduced a novel cryptographic framework designed to protect blockchains from quantum computing threats without requiring disruptive hard forks, address changes, or key updates. The method, co-authored by cryptographer Kostas Chalkias, applies to networks like Sui, Solana, Near, and Cosmos but excludes Bitcoin and Ethereum. Chalkias hailed the innovation as the first backward-compatible quantum-safe upgrade path for blockchain wallets, preventing future forks or account freezes. This breakthrough could significantly enhance security for select blockchains as quantum computing advances.
read moreEverclear & NEAR Partner to Scale Cross-Chain Liquidity
Everclear, a cross-chain clearing and settlement protocol, has announced a strategic partnership with the NEAR Foundation to advance liquidity solutions in the DeFi space. The collaboration includes solver capital deployment and a multi-faceted investment to support Everclear’s growth. The protocol, which recently surpassed $1B in transaction volume, will integrate NEAR’s tech stack to scale liquidity and streamline cross-chain transactions. NEAR co-founder Illia Polosukhin highlighted the importance of unifying liquidity for AI and human users, while Everclear CEO Dima Khanarin projected billions in monthly volume growth. Everclear has seen rapid expansion, supporting 23 chains and onboarding top DeFi protocols like Li.Fi and Across. Backed by major investors, Everclear aims to eliminate fragmentation in the digital asset economy, mirroring traditional finance giants like Visa and SWIFT.
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