Lekker Capital CIO Quinn Thompson argues that the recent crypto market liquidation event represents a rare positioning washout that has left consensus sentiment misaligned with reality. He contends that getting bearish after such deep deleveraging events historically proves to be poor timing. Thompson sees current conditions as setting up for strong forward returns in Bitcoin and Ethereum, combining the largest positioning rinse in crypto history with what he characterizes as a ‘macro goldilocks’ economic environment.
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0 in Finance and 0 in Crypto last weekBitcoin Life Insurer Meanwhile Raises $82M for BTC Insurance
Meanwhile, the world’s first Bitcoin-denominated life insurer, has secured $82 million in new funding to expand its inflation-resistant insurance products. The round was co-led by prominent crypto investors Haun Ventures and Bain Capital Crypto, signaling growing institutional acceptance of Bitcoin-based financial services.
about Bitcoin Life Insurer Meanwhile Raises $82M for BTC InsuranceMeanwhile Raises $82M for Bitcoin Life Insurance Products
Meanwhile, the world’s first Bitcoin-denominated life insurer, has secured $82 million in new funding to accelerate global access to BTC-based insurance and savings products. The funding round, co-led by Bain Capital Crypto and Haun Ventures with participation from traditional financial giants including Apollo and Northwestern Mutual, brings Meanwhile’s total 2025 funding to $122 million and signals Bitcoin’s growing acceptance as a foundation for mainstream financial products.
about Meanwhile Raises $82M for Bitcoin Life Insurance ProductsPlasma’s XPL Token Surges 113% After Mainnet Launch Volatility
Plasma’s XPL token experienced dramatic volatility following its September 25 mainnet launch, crashing before staging an impressive 113% recovery to $1.54. The initial sell-off was driven by airdrop recipients liquidating their positions, but strong fundamental metrics supported the rapid rebound. Despite overall market weakness, XPL’s performance highlights investor confidence in the stablecoin-focused blockchain platform.
about Plasma's XPL Token Surges 113% After Mainnet Launch VolatilityT-REX Launches $17M Web3 Intelligence Layer on Arbitrum
Hong Kong-based T-REX has launched a $17 million-funded data infrastructure platform on Arbitrum, aiming to solve one of Web3’s most fundamental problems: the inefficient distribution of value across token ecosystems. The platform introduces an “intelligence layer” designed to replace what CEO Joyce Yim calls the “blunt instruments” of airdrops and points systems with a sophisticated, data-driven approach to connecting projects with genuine long-term contributors.
about T-REX Launches $17M Web3 Intelligence Layer on ArbitrumPlasma & EtherFi Partner on $500M Stablecoin Integration
Plasma, a stablecoin-focused neobank backed by Bitfinex, has partnered with EtherFi—the sixth-largest DeFi protocol with over $11 billion TVL—to integrate $500 million worth of ETH staking vault assets. The collaboration enables EtherFi’s liquid staking tokens to be used as collateral on Plasma’s EVM-compatible Bitcoin sidechain, offering users access to stablecoin yield products, gasless transactions, and confidential cross-border payments. The partnership highlights institutional momentum behind stablecoin infrastructure, following Plasma’s recent $1 billion deposit surge in June and backing from investors like Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund and Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino. Analysts, including former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes, view EtherFi as a key player poised to capture value from the expanding stablecoin ecosystem.
about Plasma & EtherFi Partner on $500M Stablecoin IntegrationEthereum ETFs & Treasurys Drive $50B-$100B Buying Pressure
Ethereum is witnessing massive institutional demand, with spot ETFs recording a 12-day inflow streak totaling $7.7B, led by BlackRock’s $8B. Simultaneously, corporate treasuries like The Ether Reserve (planning a $1.6B Nasdaq listing) are accumulating ETH, creating mid-11-figure buying pressure. Analysts Vance Spencer and Merlijn The Trader compare this to ETH’s 2020 setup that preceded an 1,800% rally, noting current ETF inflows and staking products could trigger similar growth. ETH hit a 7-month high of $3,850 amid this demand surge, with firms like Bitmine and SharpLink expanding holdings. The convergence of ETF adoption and treasury accumulation suggests sustained upward momentum for Ethereum.
about Ethereum ETFs & Treasurys Drive $50B-$100B Buying PressureStable Blockchain Targets Institutions with USDT Gas Fees
Stable, a new blockchain project supported by Bitfinex and Tether, is positioning itself as an institutional-focused platform with USDT as its primary gas fee token. Unlike typical crypto projects, Stable offers free USDT transfers between users and ‘Enterprise Lanes’ for high-speed transactions. Despite its anonymous development team, the project has secured $24 million in funding from notable investors like Peter Thiel and Framework Ventures. Stable’s launch coincides with growing institutional interest in blockchain, as seen in partnerships like Solana’s with HSBC and Bank of America. The project aims to streamline financial processes through tokenization, offering a simplified and cost-effective ecosystem tailored for real-world financial applications.
about Stable Blockchain Targets Institutions with USDT Gas FeesU.S. Stablecoin Bill in Jeopardy as Democrats Withdraw Support
The GENIUS Act, a major U.S. stablecoin bill aimed at creating a regulatory framework, faces significant hurdles as several pro-crypto Senate Democrats withdraw their support. Citing unresolved concerns over anti-money laundering (AML) safeguards and national security risks, lawmakers like Mark Warner and Ruben Gallego have refused to back the bill without substantial revisions. This reversal has delayed stablecoin legislation, potentially pushing it to 2026, while market uncertainty weighs on Bitcoin, which is trading at $94,594.49, down 1.14% in 24 hours. The bill’s struggles highlight growing caution among crypto-friendly Democrats and could weaken the U.S. dollar’s dominance in digital finance.
about U.S. Stablecoin Bill in Jeopardy as Democrats Withdraw SupportCrypto Leaders Criticize Proposed US Stablecoin Regulations as Anti-American
A U.S. venture capitalist has criticized proposed regulations that would restrict international stablecoin issuers from accessing the U.S. treasury market, arguing it undermines U.S. dollar dominance and exacerbates national debt issues. Vance Spencer warns that such regulations could push overseas issuers like Tether out of the market, echoing sentiments from other industry leaders who label the legislation as anti-American and detrimental to national security. Tether’s CEO, Paolo Ardoino, also condemned rival stablecoin issuers for allegedly seeking to undermine USDT, vowing to protect users reliant on the traditional financial system.
about Crypto Leaders Criticize Proposed US Stablecoin Regulations as Anti-AmericanUS Stablecoin Regulations Spark Controversy Over Economic Impact and Innovation
Framework Ventures co-founder Vance Spencer criticizes US stablecoin regulations, arguing they could undermine the dollar’s global dominance and stifle financial innovation by restricting foreign issuers’ access to the US Treasury market. The proposed GENIUS Act raises concerns about limiting competition and potentially pushing digital finance development abroad. Critics suggest that the regulations may prioritize domestic financial firms over broader economic stability, raising questions about the true motivations behind these policies.
about US Stablecoin Regulations Spark Controversy Over Economic Impact and InnovationAvalon Labs Plans First Bitcoin Backed Public Debt Fund Under SEC Regulation
Avalon Labs is planning to launch the first Bitcoin-backed public debt fund under the US SEC Regulation A framework, aiming to bridge traditional finance and the crypto industry. This initiative follows a growing interest in Bitcoin products among institutions and could enhance mainstream adoption of the cryptocurrency. Co-founder Venus Li emphasizes the potential for increased investment in Bitcoin, which may lead to price surges for the digital asset.
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