Chainlink’s Nazarov Sees Zero Systemic Failures as On-Chain RWAs Accelerate Adoption

Key Takeaways: Sergey Nazarov is declaring this crypto cycle a happier pounding no massive institutional cleanouts. Whichever way the Bitcoin swings, RWAs are still continuing to move on chain. Sound The post Chainlink’s Nazarov Sees Zero Systemic Failures as On-Chain RWAs Accelerate Adoption appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

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XRP defiant amid Bitcoin collapse as a massive institutional migration quietly shifts billions into Ripple

Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP have all retreated to deep cycle lows, dragging the broader crypto market back to valuation levels not seen since late 2024, according to CryptoSlate's data. While price action across the board appears uniformly grim, with BTC heading below $70,000 and XRP recently trading around $1.

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Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan says bitcoin could hit $6.5 million in 20 years

After a bruising 2025, Hougan sees sideways Bitcoin trading, rising institutional interest and early central bank curiosity setting up the next cycle.

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Bitcoin shakeout sets stage for next BTC leg higher, says Cathie Wood

Bitcoin’s October flush, driven by a Binance glitch and $28B deleveraging, may be over as Cathie Wood sees a shallow cycle, institutional demand, and upside ahead. Bitcoin’s (BTC) latest shakeout may be over, but the blame game has only just…

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Institutional Investors Double Down Crypto Stake Amid Bear Market Fears

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Solana: How Upexi’s $36 mln deal reinforces SOL’s fundamentals

The key question this cycle is, what attracts institutional adoption? Unlike retail investors, who focus on quick entries and exits, institutions operate on much longer time horizons. Naturally, thThe post Solana: How Upexi’s $36 mln deal reinforces SOL’s fundamentals appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Standard Chartered Bets on Ethereum’s Next Cycle | US Crypto News

Welcome to the US Crypto News Morning Briefing—your essential rundown of the most important developments in crypto for the day ahead. Grab a coffee for today’s read, as Standard Chartered adjusts its plumbing, focusing on how it structures exposure, where it places risk, and which assets it believes will matter most when the next institutional The post Standard Chartered Bets on Ethereum’s Next Cycle | US Crypto News appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Bitcoin is being hijacked by three “boring” institutional dials that are overpowering the halving’s supply shock

Bitcoin’s four-year cycle used to be a comfort blanket. Even people who claimed they didn’t believe in it still traded as they did. The halving would cut new supply, the market would spend months pretending nothing happened, then liquidity would show up, leverage would follow, retail would rediscover its password, and the chart would start […] The post Bitcoin is being hijacked by three “boring” institutional dials that are overpowering the halving’s supply shock appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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Shiba Inu whale transactions surge 111% as institutions reload for 2026

Shiba Inu whale transactions jumped 111% this week, signaling renewed institutional positioning in SHIB while retail interest stays muted ahead of the 2026 trading cycle. Large-scale transactions involving Shiba Inu cryptocurrency increased 111% this week, according to data from market…

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Institutional Bitcoin’s 2025 round trip: The hidden cost of idle capital | Opinion

Bitcoin surged 34% in 2025 before giving back its gains. Institutions that rode the full cycle paid custody fees and earned zero yield.

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Is Bitcoin’s 4-year cycle broken — and if so, where to next?

Analysts are split on whether Bitcoin’s typical four-year cycle has ended in 2025, with institutional ETFs and regulatory shifts cited as key factors.

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Bitcoin likely to see steady long-term returns, but outsized gains are unlikely: Bitwise CIO

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan said the Bitcoin four-year cycle is being replaced by a “10-year grind” characterized by steady returns rather than spectacular gains. Speaking on CNBC’s Crypto World, Hougan argued that institutional adoption, regulatory progress, and stablecoin growth are…

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Bitcoin is mid-cycle bull: analyst

Macro analyst and institutional crypto veteran Dan Tapiero stated Bitcoin remains in the middle stage of its current bull market cycle, according to a recent market update. Tapiero indicated Bitcoin (BTC) will likely catch up to the significant gains posted…

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Here Are the Most Bullish Bitcoin Price Predictions for 2026

Bitcoin’s most bullish long-term forecasts are converging around 2026. So far, market analysts, institutional researchers, and prominent industry leaders have outlined scenarios that point to a powerful continuation of the current cycle rather than an imminent peak.

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Analysts Look Beyond Bitcoin’s Price As Tom Lee Flags a Structural Shift

Bitcoin’s price may still dominate headlines, but among analysts and institutional strategists, attention is quietly shifting elsewhere. Instead of debating whether Bitcoin can reclaim upside momentum in the near term, market observers are increasingly focused on a deeper question: whether the structural signals that once reliably guided Bitcoin’s four-year cycle are beginning to fracture.

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Grayscale predicts end of crypto’s four-year cycle as institutional era begins

Grayscale's 2026 outlook highlights 10 key themes marking the beginning of the institutional era for digital assets. The post Grayscale predicts end of crypto’s four-year cycle as institutional era begins appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Trump’s 1% Rate Cut Call Likely to Spark New Bitcoin Liquidity Cycle

Trump’s recent 1% rate cut proposal is more likely to drive institutional liquidity toward Bitcoin as tightening supply and fueling a potential new $BTC rally.

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Market Stress Intensifies for Solana as Liquidity Drops to Cycle Lows and Volatility Builds

Solana’s (SOL) market structure is entering a tense phase, shaped by thinning liquidity, elevated leverage, and conflicting signals across institutional flows and derivatives markets. Related Reading: The Current Bitcoin Price Pump Will End In A Crash – Here’s When To Start Selling While price movements remain within familiar ranges, the underlying conditions paint a more complex picture, one that traders are watching closely for signs of either exhaustion or a sharp reversal.

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PNC Bank just launched direct Bitcoin trading, but one specific restriction effectively holds your digital assets hostage

PNC Bank, a US banking giant with more than $569 billion in assets under management (AUM), has embedded spot Bitcoin trading into its private banking platform, marking a distinct pivot in the institutional adoption cycle.

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Poain Focuses on the Next Hot Trend: Digital Asset Strategy Analysis When ETH Price Hovers Around $4.7K

Ethereum nears 4,700 as institutional inflows rise and exchange reserves fall. AI platforms like Poain drive smarter data led crypto investing in this cycle.

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Bitcoin (BTC) Price Prediction: Bitcoin Eyes $122K as Support Holds Strong Amid Institutional Inflows

Bitcoin (BTC) is holding steady near $112K as institutional inflows continue to surge, signaling strong support and hinting at a potential rally toward $122K in the near-term market cycle.

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Can BlockDAG Join 2025’s Top Performers? Breaking Down Its $430M Presale Momentum

The next market cycle is shaping up to be one of the most-watched in crypto history. With institutional adoption on the rise and new on-chain narratives building momentum, the hunt The post Can BlockDAG Join 2025’s Top Performers? Breaking Down Its $430M Presale Momentum appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

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XRP price prediction: Can ETF buzz lift XRP above $5? 

As October 2025 is dominated by ETF speculation and rising institutional demand, the discussion surrounding XRP price prediction is heating up once more. Traders are assessing whether the structural triggers of this cycle may ultimately propel XRP toward multi-year highs…

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Three best cryptos to buy now for long-term holding, MUTM is leading

The crypto market in 2025 has entered a powerful new cycle, reigniting excitement among long-term investors. Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) continue to dominate the charts, each holding a proven track record of scalability, adoption, and institutional confidence.

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BTC price prediction: Why this post-Halving cycle could be different

The Bitcoin post-halving cycle, which is now underway, has historically shown similar price action over time. However, the cycle may be undergoing changes. Institutional interests in BTC have impaced the economic climate for cryptocurrencies, as we’re about to dive into…

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BTC set to pump before next bear cycle as traders flock to sleeper alt targeting $3.5

Bitcoin (BTC) has consistently shown resilience, rebounding from previous corrections and capturing institutional attention. Analysts predict a short-term pump as investors position themselves ahead of the next bear cycle.

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Analysts compare ADA’s 3x with a DeFi altcoin’s 30x prediction, naming it the best crypto to invest in

While ADA is attracting attention for a potential 3x return in the coming cycle, analysts are increasingly turning their focus toward Mutuum Finance (MUTM), projecting a staggering 30x move. With crypto prices today showing renewed institutional rotation and retail interest, DeFi projects with structured lending and stable mechanisms are emerging as the next frontier. Unlike […]

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SOL price support confirmed at $190 as PayFi altcoins like Remittix rally up crypto rankings

The Solana price has held firm above the $190 support level, which reflects solid market confidence despite an episode of high volatility. As one of the best-performing blockchain networks, Solana remains in focus for developers and institutional investors alike, and as such, it is a must-have participant in the 2025 crypto cycle.  As well as […]

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Best Crypto to Buy Now: Here’s Why ADA, SOL, and Tapzi Could Dominate the Next Crypto Cycle

ADA rebounds with institutional demand, SOL rallies with whales, and Tapzi targets a $125B Web3 gaming opportunity.

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Hidden crypto gems that could explode by the end of 2025

Some of the biggest winners in every bull cycle are not the coins that are currently making headlines, but rather the unseen gems that are steadily gaining ground. I Institutional portfolios are anchored by Bitcoin and Ethereum, but smaller tokens with infrastructure demand, cultural power, and scarcity-driven presales are producing the kind of game-changing returns […]

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Bitcoin Peak Coming in October or November, “Fragile Stabilization” Hits Crypto

Bitcoin has entered what analysts describe as a mature bull phase with long-term holder selling patterns and institutional demand extending the cycle. The post Bitcoin Peak Coming in October or November, “Fragile Stabilization” Hits Crypto appeared first on Coinspeaker.

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BTC stays above $121K on ETF inflow rebound as small crypto preps breakout

Bitcoin (BTC)’s climb above $121,000 is more than just another milestone in this cycle—it’s a signal that institutional interest is back in force. Recent inflow data from Bitcoin (BTC) ETFs shows capital streaming back into crypto markets after a brief pause, and that tide is lifting everything from blue-chip assets to early-stage DeFi plays. Among […]

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Bitcoin Buying Frenzy: Sequans Makes Another Strategic BTC Buy As Price Surges

This current bull market cycle has seen a remarkable adoption from Bitcoin investors, especially at the institutional level, which has significantly contributed to its sharp rally towards a new all-time high.

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Will Ethereum Price Hit $5,000 This Cycle? A Technical Breakdown

Ethereum’s recent rally past the $4,000 mark has crushed short sellers and attracted renewed institutional interest, driving futures open interest higher. Holding strong support near $3,909, ETH could push toward $4,430 resistance and possibly retest its all-time high, provided buying momentum continues.

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Is Bitcoin’s market cycle changing? - Here’s what you should know

Bitcoin’s rise to $109K is driven by institutional inflows, not on-chain activity. Miners are holding, derivatives surge, and long-term holders show selective movement, not panic. InstitutThe post Is Bitcoin’s market cycle changing? - Here’s what you should know appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Crypto Market Trends 2025: Cloud Mining Gains Traction Amid Market Evolution

The second half of 2025 has reignited interest in the crypto sector. Bitcoin (BTC) recently surpassed $100,000, driven by institutional momentum and the halving cycle. XRP benefited from increased regulatory clarity, and Dogecoin saw renewed community activity.

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XRP vs. Solana: Which altcoin is the better $100k bet in 2025?

Bitcoin is hovering close to $110,000 on Tuesday, and on-chain data flows suggest capital rotation from the largest cryptocurrency to altcoins like XRP, Solana and Cardano. Ethereum-rival Solana and top 5 crypto XRP are competing for dominance in retail and institutional traders’ portfolios this cycle. 

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BTC hits $103,689 price tag, but experts suggest RUVI will grow by 20,000%

Bitcoin has once again captured attention with predictions suggesting it could reach $500,000 or even $1 million this cycle, as institutional money flows in and demand rises. But while Bitcoin attracts headlines, another project is quietly creating exciting opportunities for investors.

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XRP price growth forecast: why Ripple will outperform in the 2025–2026 bull market

With the convergence of legislative successes, increased institutional involvement, and robust global financial integration, XRP is poised for explosive growth, currently trading at around $2. 24. Ripple appears likely to outperform many major altcoins over the 2025-2026 market cycle, with price projections indicating a rise to $3.

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Massive institutional purchases of BTC could spark the next bull cycle: What altcoin not to miss

Institutions accumulate Bitcoin, fueling a potential bull run, while one altcoin emerges as a leading opportunity for massive growth. #partnercontent

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Crypto market cycle permanently shifted — Polygon founder

The four-year crypto market cycle that traders and investors have become accustomed to is no longer as pronounced due to the maturation of crypto as an asset class and the participation of institutional investors, according to Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal.

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Has Bitcoin (BTC) Topped For The Cycle?

Bitcoin’s price action is breaking from past cycles, with institutional investors and macro factors influencing its trajectory. While uncertainty looms, state-level adoption and regulatory changes may fuel long-term growth.

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Ripple’s (XRP) upside target: what’s on the horizon for this cycle? And a newly emerging altcoin eyes a 19,000% rally

With XRP trading at about $2. 71, speculation over a potential XRP ETF approval has sparked bullish forecasts, with some envisioning double-digit price levels by 2025. An ETF could attract institutional inflows and fuel higher demand, but regulatory issues still loom, making more extreme projections seem uncertain.

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Glassnode Highlights the “Atypical Nature” of the 2025 Bitcoin Cycle

Bitcoin's current market cycle stands out for its growing institutional influence and reduced volatility, with Glassnode noting increased resilience and liquidity, positioning Bitcoin as a key global asset.

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Has The Bitcoin Price Already Peaked?

Bitcoin has recently faced a 10% retracement, leading to concerns about whether the bull market is over. This article explores on-chain metrics, institutional confidence, and macroeconomic factors to determine whether Bitcoin still has room for growth or if a cycle peak has been reached.

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Bitcoin’s steep corrections may be ‘relic of past’, analysts say

With institutional involvement and shifting market dynamics, analysts believe Bitcoin’s bull market could outlast past cycles, extending past 2025. Bitcoin’s (BTC) future might break from its usual cycle, with analysts suggesting that past steep corrections could be a thing of…

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Bitcoin mirrors 2015-2018 cycle - Is another bull run coming soon?

Bitcoin’s price growth may slow down, but key indicators seemed to point to future market expansion Institutional interest and reduced sell-side pressure can underline potential for sustainedThe post Bitcoin mirrors 2015-2018 cycle - Is another bull run coming soon? appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Trump’s crypto order could 'break Bitcoin’s 4-year cycle' - Bitwise predicts trillions in new capital

Trump's crypto executive order may disrupt the traditional four-year market cycle Bitcoin's price could surpass $200,000 in 2025, driven by ETFs and institutional adoption Bitwise's Chief InThe post Trump’s crypto order could 'break Bitcoin’s 4-year cycle' - Bitwise predicts trillions in new capital appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Will Trump’s Executive Order Break Bitcoin’s Four-Year Market Cycle?

Trump’s recent executive order may signal the end of Bitcoin’s historically rigid four-year market cycle. With regulatory clarity, institutional adoption, and government-backed initiatives, could this policy shift usher in a new era of sustained growth—eliminating the dreaded crypto winter?

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