🇯🇵 Japan Leads APAC in Crypto Adoption Growth, Driven by Regulatory Shifts

🔷 Japan has more than doubled its cryptocurrency adoption over the past year, according to the latest 2025 Geography of Cryptocurrency Report from Chainalysis. The country led growth among the top five APAC markets, with on-chain value received growing 120% year-on-year.

🔷 Analysts attribute this significant growth to evolving regulatory frameworks. Japan's efforts to align crypto rules with traditional securities markets, alongside anticipated tax reforms and the recent approval of a yen-pegged stablecoin, are creating a more favorable environment for the industry.

🔷 This growth is part of a broader regional trend, with the APAC region remaining the fastest-growing in the world for cryptocurrency. The report highlights that stablecoins are becoming a key component of adoption, with markets like South Korea seeing a notable surge in trading volume.

💡 The findings suggest that clear and progressive regulation can be a significant catalyst for market maturity and adoption.

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🇪🇺 Major European Banking Consortium to Launch MiCA-Compliant Euro Stablecoin

🔷 A consortium of nine major European banks, including ING and UniCredit, has announced a joint initiative to develop a euro-pegged stablecoin, fully compliant with the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation.

🔷 This collaborative effort, which also includes banks such as CaixaBank, Danske Bank, and DekaBank, aims to establish a trusted, European-led payment standard for the digital ecosystem. The stablecoin is projected to launch in the second half of 2026.

🔷 According to the announcement, the initiative aligns with broader European goals of strategic autonomy in payments, offering a regional alternative in a market currently dominated by US-dollar stablecoins. The stablecoin is expected to enable near-instant, low-cost, 24/7 cross-border payments and settlements, with applications in programmable payments and supply chain finance.

💡 The founding members have established a new company headquartered in the Netherlands to oversee the project, which remains open to participation from other financial institutions. This development marks a significant step in the institutional adoption of digital assets under a clear regulatory framework.

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📷 Market Snapshot 29.09

🪙 BTC: $114,015

🌐 ETH: $4,173.72

🪐 SOL: $211.35

💎 TON: $2.70

Market cap: $4,0T 🌎

The past two weeks show a broad market pullback, with altcoins taking the biggest hit (SOL & TON especially). Both BTC and ETH saw declines despite some growth earlier this month.

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🍂 Uptober is here!

🔷 October has historically been a strong month for crypto, so much so that the community nicknamed it Uptober.

🔷 But is it really true that crypto tends to rise in October? What do the numbers from past years say, and what patterns can we spot in other months?

🔷 We dive into the data and explore the seasonal trends of the crypto market on our Blog — find the answers there!

Check out this article: https://whattofarm.io/blog/analytics/navigating-uptober

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💰 Bitcoin Crosses $120K as Market Eyes New Highs

🔹 Bitcoin briefly crossed the $120,000 mark at Thursday’s Wall Street open, gaining about 1% on the day and marking its highest level since mid-August. The move comes after more than six weeks of corrective price action, with analysts noting that recent momentum could pave the way for a push toward new all-time highs.

🔹Traders point to strong support levels around $117K–$118K, alongside bullish technical signals such as higher highs on the daily chart and a rising relative strength index (RSI). While RSI has entered “overbought” territory on shorter timeframes, some analysts argue that prior bullish divergences suggest further upside potential.

🔹 With Bitcoin maintaining upward momentum and signaling a possible shift into price discovery, market participants remain focused on whether the next significant milestone will be a fresh all-time high.

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📷 Market Snapshot 06.10

🪙 BTC: $124,129

🌐 ETH: $4,585.54

🪐 SOL: $233.15

💎 TON: $2.84

Market cap: $4,33T 🌎

Markets rebounded strongly, led by Bitcoin’s jump from $114K to $124K and Ethereum’s rise above $4.5K. 🌟 Solana and TON also recovered modestly as total market cap climbed back to $4.33T. After the recent pullback, momentum appears to be shifting back in favor of the bulls. 📈

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📈 Bitcoin profit-taking stays muted — could the rally have more room to run?

🔹 Even as Bitcoin hit a new all-time high above $126K, onchain data from CryptoQuant shows profit-taking remains surprisingly low — a sign the rally might not be over yet. Over the past 30 days, BTC holders realized just 0.26M BTC ($30B) in profits — about 50% less than July’s levels and far below March and December’s peaks.

🔹 CryptoQuant says this restraint suggests most investors are still holding, not selling, which often points to continued upward momentum. Short-term holders are realizing only 2% gains on average — well below the 8% margin seen near past tops — while long-term holders sit comfortably on ~129% profits.

🔹 With “OG” wallets largely inactive and institutional demand rising, analysts believe the bull run could extend into Q4. CryptoQuant sees a potential target between $160K–$200K, while JPMorgan pegs BTC’s fair value near $165K. Bitcoin currently trades around $123,650, up 2.4% in the past 24 hours.

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📷 Market Snapshot 13.10

🪙 BTC: $115,136

🌐 ETH: $4162.14

🪐 SOL: $197.75

💎 TON: $2.3209

Market cap: $3.88T 🌎

😱 Fear and greed index is at 38, fear.

📰 Meanwhile, the crypto market experienced significant volatility last week, culminating in what analysts are calling the largest single-day liquidation event in its history. However, markets have since begun a recovery. Analysts suggest the downturn was a "geopolitical knee-jerk" reaction rather than a structural break, with the subsequent rebound driven by a reset in derivatives markets and short-covering.

This event serves as a potent reminder of the asset class's inherent volatility and the critical importance of robust risk management strategies, especially in leveraged positions.

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🇹🇼 OwlTing is set to commence trading on the Nasdaq Global Market this Thursday, October 16. This listing positions the Taiwanese company as one of the first Asian blockchain firms to debut directly on a major U.S. exchange.

🔷 The company stated that selecting the Nasdaq Global Market, with its higher financial and governance standards, provides greater visibility and liquidity. This move underscores OwlTing's commitment to being a regulated, institutional-grade partner in the stablecoin infrastructure sector.

🔷 This development occurs as the stablecoin industry experiences significant growth and institutional interest. Analysts project stablecoin circulation could reach $2.8 trillion by 2028, driven in part by new regulatory frameworks like the U.S. GENIUS Act. Recent activity, including Stripe's Bridge applying for a federal trust charter and a coalition of major banks exploring a stablecoin product, highlights the accelerating institutional adoption.

🔷 OwlTing, which pivoted from e-commerce and hospitality to blockchain-based payments, sees an "immense" opportunity. Their OwlPay platform is building infrastructure around regulated stablecoins to establish them as a foundation for global cross-border payments.

💡 The company reported 2024 revenue of $7.6 million, an 18% year-on-year increase, with gross payment volume rising 62% to $218 million. This listing represents a significant step in bridging traditional finance with the evolving digital asset landscape.

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🛠 Swift Resolution to a PYUSD Minting Incident Highlights Protocol Safeguards

🔷 This week, stablecoin issuer Paxos experienced and resolved a significant technical error involving the PayPal USD (PYUSD) stablecoin. On Wednesday, a brief incident resulted in the erroneous minting of 300 trillion PYUSD tokens. Paxos identified the issue within minutes and completed the burning of the excess tokens approximately 30 minutes later.

🔷 The company confirmed there was no security breach and that customer funds remained safe, stating the root cause has been addressed.

🔷 While the scale of the error was substantial, the swift resolution highlights the importance of robust operational controls and transparent communication in the digital asset ecosystem. The event caused temporary, minor disruptions in DeFi markets, but the PYUSD price quickly stabilized following the corrective action.

💡 This incident serves as a reminder of the critical infrastructure that underpins stablecoins and the industry's ongoing focus on security and reliability.

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📷 Market Snapshot 20.10

🪙 BTC: $111,059

🌐 ETH: $4041.91

🪐 SOL: $192.53

💎 TON: $2.2277

Market cap: $3.75T 🌎

😱 Fear and greed index is at 29, fear.

🇯🇵 Meanwhile, Japan's Financial Services Agency is reportedly preparing to review regulations that could permit banks to acquire and hold cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin for their own investment portfolios. The initiative aims to align the management of crypto assets with that of traditional financial products like stocks and bonds.

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🎙 Coinbase Revives "Up Only" Podcast via NFT Purchase

🔷 Coinbase has made a notable on-chain acquisition, purchasing the "Up Only" NFT from prominent crypto trader and content creator Jordan "Cobie" Fish for a reported $25 million in USDC.

🔷 This purchase activates a clause embedded in the NFT's smart contract, obligating Cobie and co-host Brian "Ledger" Krogsgard to produce a new eight-episode season of their podcast, "Up Only," which has been on hiatus since late 2022.

💬 The move, later confirmed by Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong with the statement, "Up Only TV is coming back," highlights an innovative application of blockchain technology. It demonstrates how NFTs can be programmed to enforce real-world agreements and intellectual property rights, moving beyond pure collectibility.

💡 This strategic acquisition signals a significant investment in high-quality crypto content and community engagement, reviving a influential voice in the space.

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🏅 Tether Reaches 500 Million Users as Stablecoin Ecosystem Continues to Grow

💬 Tether has announced a significant milestone, reporting a global user base of 500 million for its USDT stablecoin. CEO Paolo Ardoino described the achievement as "likely the biggest financial inclusion achievement in history," highlighting the role of stablecoins in the digital economy.

🔷 This user growth is reflected in the market capitalization, with the total supply of USDT now at nearly $182 billion. This solidifies its position as the dominant stablecoin, with a circulating supply more than double that of its closest competitor, USDC.

🔷 Ardoino further characterized programmable money as "the ultimate social network," emphasizing its peer-to-peer nature in transporting both information and value.

🔷 The news comes amid reports of Tether exploring a potential funding round that could value the company at approximately $500 billion. If realized, this would place the stablecoin issuer among the world's most valuable private technology firms.

🔷 Looking ahead, Tether's planned launch of a new dollar-backed stablecoin for the U.S. market, USAT, signals continued expansion and a strategic response to evolving regulatory frameworks encouraging stablecoin development.

💡 This milestone underscores the accelerating adoption of digital dollars and their growing role in the global financial landscape.

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🇭🇰 Hong Kong Approves First Spot Solana ETF, Expanding its Digital Asset Offerings

🔷 Hong Kong has further solidified its position as a forward-looking hub for digital assets with the approval of its first spot Solana exchange-traded fund.

🔷 The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission has granted approval to China Asset Management (Hong Kong) for the new ETF, which is scheduled to list on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. This makes Solana the third cryptocurrency, after Bitcoin and Ethereum, to receive a spot ETF in the city.

💡 This move by ChinaAMC (Hong Kong), which also launched Asia's first spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs earlier this year, highlights the region's continued innovation in regulated crypto investment products. This development places Hong Kong alongside other jurisdictions like Brazil and Canada, which have already approved similar Solana ETFs.

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📊 BNB Defies Broader Market Trends in October

🔷 October is historically a strong month for Bitcoin, often referred to as "Uptober." This year, however, the spotlight has shifted to BNB, which achieved new all-time highs despite a challenging market backdrop marked by significant liquidations and macroeconomic tensions.

🔷 The rally appears to be driven by vibrant activity within the BNB Chain ecosystem. A surge in memecoin trading has generated substantial user engagement, with reports indicating a high percentage of traders in profit.

🔷 This momentum has boosted the network's core metrics, positioning BNB Chain as a leader in fee generation and a top contender in active addresses and transactions. Further growth is being seen in decentralized finance, with the network's Aster platform becoming a rising competitor in the perpetuals market.

💡 The divergence this October underscores a key market dynamic: robust ecosystem-specific activity can propel an asset's performance independently of broader trends and historical patterns.

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📷 Market Snapshot 27.10

🪙 BTC: $115,325

🌐 ETH: $4168.79

🪐 SOL: $200.47

💎 TON: $2.2427

Market cap: $3.91T 🌎

😱 Fear and greed index is at 51, neutral.

📰 Meanwhile, Japan's digital asset landscape has reached a significant milestone with the launch of JPYC, the country's first yen-backed stablecoin. Issued by the Tokyo-based fintech firm of the same name, JPYC is pegged 1:1 to the Japanese yen and is backed by bank deposits and government bonds.

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🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan Advances Digital Asset Strategy with New Stablecoin and CBDC Pilot

🔷 Kyrgyzstan is making significant strides in its digital asset ecosystem, announcing a multi-faceted approach that includes a new stablecoin, a central bank digital currency, and plans for a digital asset reserve. Key developments from the National Council for the Development of Virtual Assets and Blockchain Technologies include:

🔷 KGST Stablecoin: The launch of a new som-pegged stablecoin, KGST, on the BNB Chain.

🔷 Digital Som CBDC: The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic will begin a phased pilot for a digital som, starting with interbank transfers and expanding to government payments and offline functionality.

🔷 Regulatory & Educational Framework: Continued work on a legislative framework for virtual assets and plans to integrate blockchain and AI education into the national curriculum, in collaboration with Binance Academy.

💡 These initiatives highlight a growing trend of nation-states exploring blockchain technology to modernize financial infrastructure, enhance inclusion, and attract investment.

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📰 SharpLink Gaming Announces Strategic $200M ETH Deployment on Linea

🔷 SharpLink Gaming has announced a strategic initiative to deploy $200 million of its Ethereum treasury onto the Linea layer-2 network, in collaboration with Consensys.

🔷 This multi-year, risk-managed deployment is designed to generate enhanced yields through a multi-faceted approach. All operations will maintain institutional-grade security through their custodian, Anchorage Digital Bank.

💬 As Joseph Chalom, Co-CEO of SharpLink, stated, “This deployment enables us to access the best of Ethereum’s staking, restaking and DeFi yield, while maintaining the institutional safeguards our stockholders expect.”

🔷 Beyond yield generation, this partnership aims to pioneer new institutional capital markets infrastructure on Ethereum, including on-chain capital raises and tokenized equity strategies.

💡 This move underscores the growing convergence of traditional finance and decentralized infrastructure, highlighting new models for corporate treasury management.

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📊 Fed Rate Cut Shakes Crypto

🔷 The U.S. Federal Reserve announced a widely anticipated 0.25% interest rate cut yesterday, bringing the federal funds rate to a target range of 3.75% to 4%. This decision was largely priced in by markets, with the CME FedWatch Tool having shown a near-certain probability.

🔷 However, cryptocurrency markets experienced a downturn following the announcement. The shift in sentiment occurred after Fed Chair Jerome Powell noted that a further rate cut in December was "not a foregone conclusion," tempering market expectations.

🔷 As Gerry O'Shea of Hashdex noted, while the rate cut was expected, the market's negative reaction highlights its sensitivity to the Fed's forward guidance. He also pointed to other factors, such as upcoming tech earnings and trade policies, as potential price drivers in the near term.

💡 This move underscores the ongoing interplay between central bank policy and digital asset markets. While near-term volatility may persist, some analysts point to structural factors like institutional demand through ETFs as key long-term supports.

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📰 Revolut is removing a significant barrier to crypto adoption with its new 1:1 conversion feature between USD and stablecoins (USDC & USDT).

🔷 This initiative eliminates fees and spreads, allowing users to move between fiat and crypto at a true 1:1 ratio. By internalizing the cost, the platform aims to reduce the friction and anxiety often associated with on and off-ramping.

🔷 This development highlights a shift where stablecoins are increasingly viewed as critical infrastructure for capital and global payments, rather than just speculative assets. By covering the spread internally, Revolut is betting that reducing friction will drive adoption.

💡 With other financial giants like Western Union and MoneyGram making similar moves, the race to build the future of digital payments is intensifying.

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📷 Market Snapshot 01.11

🪙 BTC: $110,377

🌐 ETH: $3877.70

🪐 SOL: $186.54

💎 TON: $2.3402

Market cap: $3.70T 🌎

😱 Fear and greed index is at 33, fear.

📰 Meanwhile, November is a historically significant month for Bitcoin. Historical data shows Bitcoin has averaged gains of over 40% in November since 2013. However, seasonal trends are just one piece of the puzzle.

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