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Investor sentiment turned sharply bearish as crypto’s fear index plunged to 28, and $230 billion in value evaporated in a single day. The crypto market’s Fear & Greed Index flipped sharply to “fear” this week, falling to levels last seen in April, as a market sell-off erased over $230 billion in a single day.  On Friday, CoinMarketCap’s Crypto Fear & Greed Index, which tracks volatility, market momentum, social media trends and dominance metrics, fell to a low of 28, which is within the “fear” category and is inching closer to “extreme fear.”  CoinMarketCap data showed that on Friday, the total crypto market capitalization dropped to about $3.54 trillion, a 6% drop from $3.78 trillion the previous day. This wiped out over $230 billion in value from the sector, marking one of the sharpest single-day declines in months.  Read more

Analysts cited fallout from tariffs and last week's $19B liquidation event as driving institutional investors to defensive positioning.

French regulator ACPR is auditing Binance and other exchanges as Paris seeks a greater role in enforcing MiCA rules across Europe. Update (Oct. 17, 2025, at 11:00 am UTC): This article has been updated to add commentary by a Binance spokesperson. France’s banking regulator is reportedly conducting additional Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks on Binance and other cryptocurrency exchanges, as Paris lobbies for more authority over Europe’s crypto industry under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA). According to a Friday Bloomberg report, the French Prudential Supervision and Resolution Authority (ACPR) is checking the Anti-Money Laundering compliance of Binance and “dozens of exchanges.” The report cited anonymous sources who noted that the checks started last year and are confidential. Read more

Bitcoin is now just 7% of gold’s total market value as it nears a $2 trillion market cap.

Ripple’s $1 billion acquisition of GTreasury marks a new step in its corporate expansion and a direct challenge to the stablecoin distribution problem. While Ripple USD (RLUSD) has shown an impressive 987% growth since its December 2024 launch, reaching a supply of $839.9 million, it still captures only 0.27% of the $301.9 billion stablecoin market. […] The post Ripple’s $1 billion purchase creates RLUSD pathway into Fortune 500 treasuries appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Bitcoin short-sellers may regret their bets as Wedson warns a fast $117K rebound is possible due to short squeeze pressure.

The BTC/Gold ratio looks most oversold since November 2022, according to the RSI indicator.

XRP, ETH, and SOL bleed out heavily. Is recovery on the way?

The best Ethereum block explorers in 2025, from Etherscan to TokenView, each offer unique tools, strengths and limitations. As Ethereum continues to scale, block explorers have become essential tools for users tracking ETH, tokens, NFTs and smart contracts. Etherscan, founded in Malaysia, excels at contract verification, token tracking and gas fee estimation, though it lacks portfolio management features. Based in Thailand, Ethplorer specializes in token-centric data. It offers portfolio tracking and a developer-friendly API, making it a strong choice for DeFi and NFT users. Read more

Analysts argue that crypto's "bullish structure" remains intact, despite a sell-off driven by fears in the traditional banking sector.

Sixteen years after Bitcoin’s debut, regulators continue to face hurdles in accessing reliable crypto data, with privacy laws complicating efforts. Privacy of data is among the key legal challenges to cross-border cooperation in regulating cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and stablecoins, according to the G20’s risk watchdog. The Financial Stability Board (FSB), a global financial authority funded by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), has identified persistent gaps in how governments worldwide regulate the cryptocurrency market. “This inconsistency creates challenges such as regulatory arbitrage, data gaps, and market fragmentation,” the FSB wrote in a 107-page peer review report released on Thursday. Read more

Bitcoin plunged to $104,500 in the spot market as signs of credit strain in US regional banks reignited fears of a broader market sell-off. Key takeaways: US regional bank stress hit markets as auto sector bankruptcies exposed risky loans, sending financial stock prices sinking. Bitcoin fell below the 200-day SMA, dropping to $104,500 amid $1.2 billion crypto liquidations. Read more

While bitcoin hovers near $105,000, stronger government revenues and a record September surplus point to improving fiscal conditions.

The authors claim the company trained its XGen models on nearly 200,000 pirated books, then scrubbed public disclosures.

Bitcoin’s weekly trading volume hits $3.68 billion, the highest since March, despite price falling below $106,000.

Bitcoin’s (BTC) recent correction from its all-time high of $126,100 to current levels around $104,500 may mask a more constructive macro environment that could accelerate the path toward the higher upside. While derivative markets underwent historic deleveraging with $19 billion in futures open interest wiped out, several macro developments are aligning to support crypto’s next […] The post Oil down, dollar cools, BoJ signals rate cut: How will this affect Bitcoin? appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Here're the latest developments on the Pi Network front.

Bitcoin accounted for roughly $344 million in losses, followed by Ether at $201 million, and Solana (SOL) at $97 million.

Ripple’s token has extended its correction following last week’s market-wide liquidation event, now trying to stabilize at a major and decisive price zone. While short-term structure remains fragile, the asset is approaching a short-term support level. Whether buyers defend this zone or the breakdown deepens will define the next major move. Ripple Analysis By Shayan […]

Nigeria is one of the biggest crypto markets in Africa and among the countries with the highest cryptocurrency adoption globally. Several applications enable locals to sell bitcoin in Nigeria, Ethereum (ETH), USDT, or other digital assets and receive Naira directly into their bank account. In the following lines, we will analyze how users can identify […]