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October 14, 2025

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Russia Explores Tokenizing Domestic Stocks for Foreign Investors Amid Sanctions

The Bank of Russia has announced plans to potentially allow the tokenization of Russian company shares, aiming to open new avenues for foreign investment despite ongoing Western sanctions. This initiative was outlined by Vladimir Chistyukhin, the central bank’s first deputy governor, during the Finopolis 2025 forum held on October 9. Chistyukhin indicated that tokenizing equities could enable Russian assets to be traded abroad in digital form. However, he emphasized that the success of this venture largely depends on the participation of foreign partners willing to issue and manage tokenized versions of Russian stocks outside the country. Such cooperation presents a

October 14, 2025

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William Blair Names Circle the Leading Stablecoin Innovator with Strong Growth Outlook

Investment firm William Blair has identified Circle (CRCL) as the pivotal player in the stablecoin market, initiating coverage with an “Outperform” rating and a positive long-term outlook. The analysis underscores Circle’s significant role in advancing the shift from traditional fiat currencies to blockchain-based payment systems, particularly focusing on cross-border business-to-business (B2B) transactions—a sector valued at up to $24 trillion. At the heart of William Blair’s bullish view is the expectation that stablecoins, spearheaded by Circle’s USDC token, will increasingly supplant fiat currencies in global commercial payments. Circle’s revenue model primarily depends on interest accrued from USDC reserves. As more businesses

October 14, 2025

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Bitcoin Whale Increases Short Position as BTC Slides Below $110,000

Bitcoin has encountered selling pressure this week, with the price dipping under the $110,000 mark and raising concerns among traders about the cryptocurrency’s immediate trajectory. Market data indicates that a significant Bitcoin whale has continued to augment its short exposure, intensifying bets on a further decline in BTC’s value. Following Tuesday’s Wall Street opening bell, BTC/USD dropped by over 3%, revisiting multi-week lows as the market showed signs of heightened volatility. Analysts and traders are cautiously advising a defensive stance due to the fragile market conditions. One notable development attracting attention is the activity of an influential Bitcoin whale who

October 14, 2025

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BlackRock’s IBIT Defies Market Outflows with Steady Bitcoin ETF Inflows Amid Price Drop

While U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) faced significant outflows on Monday, BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) continued to attract fresh capital, showcasing resilience amid a recent decline in bitcoin’s price. According to data from Farside, all U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs saw a combined outflow of $326.4 million on Monday, marking their largest daily withdrawal since late September. In contrast, IBIT defied this broader trend by recording new inflows of $134 million over the past two trading sessions, even as bitcoin’s price slid from roughly $122,000 to about $107,000. This marks the 10th consecutive trading day in which IBIT has

October 14, 2025

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$19 Billion Crypto Liquidation Largely Reflects Controlled Deleveraging, Analysts Say

Friday witnessed an unprecedented $19 billion liquidation event across the cryptocurrency market, stirring debate among traders and analysts about the nature of the sharp downturn. While some market participants suggested a coordinated effort by major players to trigger a sell-off, blockchain data points to a primarily organic resetting of leverage. During the flash crash, open interest in perpetual futures on decentralized exchanges (DEXs) plunged dramatically—from $26 billion down to under $14 billion—according to data from DefiLlama. Concurrently, trading fees on crypto lending protocols soared past $20 million in a single day, marking a new high, while weekly volumes on DEX

October 14, 2025

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Trump Claims Ceasefire Victory, Blames Biden for January 6, and RFK Links Circumcision to Autism: A Storm of Controversy

The recent political discourse has been ignited by a flurry of provocative statements highlighted in a new discussion capturing national attention. The video title indicates that former President Donald Trump reportedly celebrated a ceasefire achievement, assigned blame to President Joe Biden for the January 6 Capitol riot, and shared remarks from Robert F. Kennedy Jr. alleging a connection between circumcision and autism. This combination of claims reflects the ongoing intensity and polarization in American politics. Trump’s alleged celebration of a “ceasefire” could refer to various international or domestic conflicts, emphasizing his desire to claim credit for de-escalation efforts. Historically, Trump

October 14, 2025

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Trump Critiques Biden and RFK Sparks Controversy in Latest Political Discourse

The recent political video titled “Trump Celebrates Ceasefire, Blames Biden for January 6th & RFK Claims Circumcision Linked to Autism” hints at a potent mix of significant political commentary and controversial claims from prominent figures. The title alone points to a convergence of ongoing debates surrounding U.S. politics, social issues, and the enduring shadow of January 6th, 2021. Former President Donald Trump’s mention of celebrating a ceasefire likely references international or domestic conflict resolutions, a topic often central to his political narrative. Trump has remained vocal about foreign policy achievements and critiques of current administration policies, notably under President Joe

October 14, 2025

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China Renaissance’s $600M BNB Fund Signals New Asian Approach to Crypto Investments

China Renaissance is setting a fresh course for crypto investment in Asia with its plan to raise $600 million for a fund centered on Binance Coin (BNB). The initiative, supported by Binance’s founder Changpeng Zhao through his investment firm YZi Labs, reflects a distinctive strategy in the region’s growing crypto ecosystem. Unlike typical Western models that often prioritize tokenized traditional assets such as treasuries and real-world investments, Asia’s emerging crypto investment approach puts a stronger emphasis on infrastructure tokens that underpin transaction flows. According to Singapore-based market maker Enflux, this difference highlights how regional capital allocators are focusing on crypto-native

October 14, 2025

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JPMorgan Plans Crypto Trading Services but Holds Off on Direct Custody

JPMorgan Chase is advancing its involvement in the blockchain and cryptocurrency sectors by preparing to offer cryptocurrency trading services to its clients. However, the banking giant has confirmed that it does not intend to provide direct custody of digital assets in the near future. Scott Lucas, JPMorgan’s Global Head of Markets and Digital Assets, shared these updates during an interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box Europe. When asked about the possibility of the bank following peers like Citibank in offering crypto custody, Lucas clarified that such services are not planned for the immediate future. Instead, the bank’s focus will be on

October 13, 2025

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MetaDAO Community Rejects $6M Discounted Token Sale to VCs, Upholding Holder Interests

MetaDAO’s community has voted down a proposal to issue $6 million worth of META tokens to venture capital firms at a significant discount, signaling a strong stance against dilution and preferential treatment. The vote, which closed on October 13, 2024, involved a plan to mint roughly 1.47 million new META tokens for two VCs — DBA and Variant — at about 30% below the market rate during the voting period. The discounted sale would have granted each VC firm the opportunity to acquire $3 million of META tokens at $4.0795 per token, compared to prevailing prices that hovered around 30-40%