Gold and silver surged to record highs on Tuesday, while Bitcoin retreated below $89,000, highlighting a decisive shift in investor preference toward traditional safe-haven assets. Silver’s dramatic 120–130% year-to-date rally has outpaced gold, driven by a potent mix of industrial demand and safe-haven flows. Meanwhile, the cryptocurrency faces mounting pressure from risk-off sentiment and ETF outflows, underscoring a broader market rotation.
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0 in Finance and 0 in Crypto last weekBinance CEO: Bitcoin Volatility Matches Major Asset Classes
Binance CEO Richard Teng has positioned Bitcoin’s recent price decline as part of broader market dynamics rather than crypto-specific weakness. Speaking at a media roundtable in Sydney, Teng argued that Bitcoin’s volatility aligns with patterns seen across major asset classes during periods of risk aversion and deleveraging. His comments come as cryptocurrency markets face significant selling pressure, with the Binance leadership framing current conditions as typical market cycles affecting all financial instruments.
about Binance CEO: Bitcoin Volatility Matches Major Asset ClassesCrypto Treasuries Shift from Bitcoin to Altcoins Amid Risks
Digital Asset Treasury companies are pivoting from Bitcoin and Ethereum toward lesser-known altcoins in search of higher returns as Bitcoin’s value declines. This strategic shift sees companies exploring emerging tokens with specialized features, but analysts warn the move carries significant liquidity and market risks following substantial investor losses.
about Crypto Treasuries Shift from Bitcoin to Altcoins Amid RisksdYdX Plans US Expansion Following Crypto Policy Shift
Leading decentralized exchange dYdX is preparing to enter the US market by year-end, capitalizing on the Trump administration’s supportive crypto policies. The platform plans to introduce spot trading for major cryptocurrencies while significantly reducing trading fees for American users. This expansion marks a strategic move to compete with centralized exchanges in the world’s largest financial market.
about dYdX Plans US Expansion Following Crypto Policy ShiftOpenAI Plans $1 Trillion IPO in 2026 for ChatGPT Evolution
OpenAI is reportedly preparing a groundbreaking trillion-dollar IPO in 2026 to fuel the next evolution of ChatGPT. The artificial intelligence pioneer aims to raise $60 billion as global AI competition intensifies, positioning OpenAI as the world’s most valuable startup going public and accelerating its timeline from the previously announced 2027 target.
about OpenAI Plans $1 Trillion IPO in 2026 for ChatGPT EvolutionJPMorgan, Salesforce Invest Billions in Security, AI
Two financial giants are making massive strategic investments in critical sectors. JPMorgan Chase is committing up to $10 billion to U.S. national security companies, while Salesforce is pouring $15 billion into AI innovation and workforce development, signaling where Wall Street sees long-term growth and strategic importance.
about JPMorgan, Salesforce Invest Billions in Security, AIBitcoin Surges Past $113K on US-China Trade Deal Hopes
Bitcoin surged past $113,000 on Sunday, reaching its highest level since Tuesday, as breakthrough developments in US-China trade negotiations sparked a dramatic crypto market rally. The surge followed US Treasury Secretary Bessent’s announcement that China is prepared to accept a deal removing President Trump’s impending 100% tariffs, scheduled to take effect November 1st. With traditional financial markets closed for the weekend, cryptocurrency markets became the immediate beneficiary of the positive trade news, reversing losses from earlier in October when tariff threats had sent Bitcoin plunging to $101,000.
about Bitcoin Surges Past $113K on US-China Trade Deal HopesU.S. Eyes Quantum Computing Stakes, Stocks Surge
The Trump administration is reportedly considering taking equity stakes in leading quantum computing companies to bolster U.S. technological leadership. This potential government intervention has sparked double-digit stock surges across the quantum sector, reversing recent declines. However, the Commerce Department denies any ongoing negotiations with the companies involved.
about U.S. Eyes Quantum Computing Stakes, Stocks SurgeKenya Enacts Crypto Regulation Bill to Become Africa Gateway
Kenya’s parliament has passed the Virtual Asset Services Providers Bill, establishing the country’s first comprehensive cryptocurrency regulatory framework and positioning the nation as a potential gateway for digital assets in Africa. The legislation designates the Central Bank of Kenya and Capital Markets Authority as primary regulators, coming as the country ranks fourth in Africa for crypto value received with nearly $20 billion in assets during the July 2024-June 2025 period. This regulatory push aims to harness Kenya’s strong youth adoption and existing digital payment infrastructure while addressing concerns about industry misuse.
about Kenya Enacts Crypto Regulation Bill to Become Africa GatewayAfghanistan Blackout Exposes Blockchain’s Internet Weakness
Afghanistan’s recent nationwide internet blackout has revealed a critical vulnerability in blockchain technology. Despite being designed as censorship-resistant networks, blockchains remain dependent on centralized internet infrastructure that can be shut down by governments. This dependency undermines blockchain’s core promise of uninterrupted access during political crises, as demonstrated by the 48-hour outage that left the country disconnected from global blockchain networks.
about Afghanistan Blackout Exposes Blockchain's Internet WeaknessJGB Yield Spike Pressures Bitcoin Through Liquidity Channels
Japan’s 10-year government bond yields have surged to their highest levels since 2008, creating indirect but significant pressure on Bitcoin through complex global liquidity mechanisms. The yield spike is redirecting Japanese institutional capital away from foreign markets, tightening global dollar liquidity and testing Bitcoin’s resilience despite strong ETF inflows. This dynamic represents a crucial test for cryptocurrency markets as traditional financial conditions tighten.
about JGB Yield Spike Pressures Bitcoin Through Liquidity ChannelsPalantir’s 50% Growth Test: High Stakes for PLTR Stock
Palantir Technologies faces a critical earnings test as it approaches Q3 results with revenue guidance projecting nearly 50% year-over-year growth. The data analytics giant’s stock has surged 128% year-to-date but faces heightened scrutiny over valuation and execution risks. Wall Street’s slightly higher expectations leave minimal room for disappointment, with any growth shortfall potentially triggering a significant valuation reset for the high-flying AI stock.
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