October 14, 2025 | 22:23
Michael Saylor’s Strategy has acquired another $285.8 million in Bitcoin (BTC), bringing its total holdings to 531,644 BTC—worth $35.92 billion at an average price of $67,556 per coin. The purchase was financed via an at-the-market stock program, aligning with the firm’s long-term Bitcoin strategy. Despite an unrealized Q1 loss of $5.9 billion due to accounting changes, Strategy remains committed, planning to raise $42 billion by 2027 for further BTC acquisitions. Meanwhile, Bitcoin has rebounded to $85,000, though still 21% below its January peak of $109,000. Market sentiment has been influenced by political factors, including Trump’s tariff policies, but a recent 90-day pause may provide a bullish catalyst.
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Fed Intervention Could Boost Bitcoin Amid Treasury Market Turmoil
The U.S. Treasury market is under pressure as yields rise and leveraged hedge fund positions unwind, raising concerns about market stability. Analysts warn that if the Federal Reserve steps in to provide liquidity—similar to its actions during the 2020 pandemic—Bitcoin could surge as a hedge against economic uncertainty. Despite recent volatility, Bitcoin remains up 15% over the past year, reinforcing its role as a potential safe haven. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent downplayed systemic risks, calling the current fluctuations a ‘normal deleveraging.’ Meanwhile, traders like Jake Ostrovskis suggest that Fed intervention could make crypto the ‘best-performing asset.’
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The U.S. Treasury market is showing signs of stress, with benchmark yields rising amid inflation concerns and foreign selling. Hedge funds’ $1 trillion in leveraged Treasury basis trades are unwinding, creating selling pressure. Analysts warn that if the Federal Reserve steps in to stabilize the market—similar to its 2020 pandemic response—Bitcoin could surge as liquidity increases. Bitcoin has dipped 4% this month but remains up 15% year-over-year, reinforcing its role as a hedge against economic uncertainty. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent downplayed systemic risks, calling the current volatility a ‘normal deleveraging.’
read moreBitcoin More Likely to Outlast Dollar, Experts Say
Jeff Park, Head of Alpha Strategies at Bitwise Invest, suggests Bitcoin may have a greater probability of surviving longer than the dollar, citing recent liquidity stress in the bond market. A sharp dislocation in the SOFR-Fed Funds spread, now at -3.46 basis points, indicates collateral demand issues ahead of broader volatility. Hedge funds are deleveraging, Treasury yields are rising amid equity selloffs, and traditional safe havens like bonds are losing appeal. Spencer Hakimian notes a breakdown in the 10-year yield market, possibly due to leverage stress in the basis trade. Luke Broyles argues Bitcoin still outperforms equities and bonds despite recent volatility, especially as global trade tensions escalate with tariffs and supply chain disruptions.
read moreDogecoin Faces Price Dip as Predictions for Recovery Emerge
The cryptocurrency market has experienced a significant downturn, with Bitcoin dropping below $80,000 and Dogecoin (DOGE) falling 11.8% in a day and 43.8% over the past month. This decline follows the US’s announcement of a 25% tariff on the EU, which has negatively impacted investor sentiment.Elon Musk’s Grok AI suggests that while predicting when DOGE will reach $0.90 is challenging, it could be achievable by 2025 under favorable conditions, though macroeconomic factors may hinder progress this year.
read moreHedge Funds and RIAs Increase Bitcoin Exposure to 34.3 Billion Dollars
Hedge funds and registered investment advisors (RIAs) have significantly increased their Bitcoin exposure to $34.3 billion, marking a 357% rise in 2024. Despite this surge, Bitcoin still represents less than 1% of its $225 trillion addressable market.
read moreThe Battle Between Bitcoin Bulls and Bears in Market Dynamics
Salid, a crypto billionaire, emphasizes the critical importance of Bitcoin’s price, stating that falling below $30,000 would strip him of his wealth. He categorizes BTC holders into groups, highlighting that bears, who have liquidated their holdings, pose a threat to market stability, while bulls advocate for long-term holding to resist centralized economic control. The ongoing battle between these factions could lead to significant volatility in the cryptocurrency market.
read moreThe Impact of Historical Stock Performance on Investment Strategies
Recent research challenges the notion that past stock performance is irrelevant for future returns. While short-term price changes may be random, studies show that long-term trends reveal patterns, with previous losers often outperforming winners over extended periods. However, as market awareness grows, the potential for profit from these strategies diminishes, suggesting a shift towards indexing or traditional stock selection methods.
read moreGameStop Raises Over $2 Billion in Second Share Sale
GameStop has raised over $2bn in its second share sale in a month, following a rally led by investment influencer Keith Gill. The company’s shares have doubled in the last six months, driven by retail investors and the concept of meme stocks. GameStop’s stock market value has surged, with other meme stocks like AMC and Blackberry also experiencing significant jumps in share prices.
read moreBitcoin Futures Short Interest Surges Amid Basis Trade Popularity
Bitcoin futures are seeing a significant increase in net short interest from leveraged funds, driven by the rising popularity of a market-neutral strategy called the basis trade. Despite this surge, experts caution against interpreting it as a bearish sentiment among hedge funds. As BTC approaches the $65,000 support, the market dynamics are evolving with the growing influence of this strategy.
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