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A crypto Index provides a way for investors to gain diversified exposure to a specific basket of digital assets through a single tokenized product. These indices often track specific sectors, such as DeFi, DePIN, or RWA, and are automatically rebalanced via smart contracts. In 2026, AI-managed thematic indices have become the gold standard for passive investing, allowing users to track the "blue chips" of the Web3 economy without manual portfolio management. This tag covers index methodology, rebalancing frequency, and the benefits of diversified crypto baskets.

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BLS staff return to office to prepare September CPI despite government shutdown

BLS staff return to office to prepare September CPI despite government shutdown

The post BLS staff return to office to prepare September CPI despite government shutdown appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is pulling staff back from furlough so the September consumer-price index (CPI) can be finished and published, according to the Wall Street Journal. As you may know, the CPI is the Federal Reserve’s favorite gauge of inflation, and September’s was originally planned for release on October 15 but faced delays after the government shutdown started on October 1. Officials now say the data will still be released this month, though no exact date has been set. The decision to recall employees is tied directly to Social Security. Payments are linked to inflation, and the law requires the government to calculate cost-of-living adjustments using third-quarter inflation figures. These figures must be ready by November 1. Without September’s CPI, the government would not be able to calculate those adjustments, something the official said “would be substantially damaged or prevented” if the report is not released in time. Administration brings BLS staff back for CPI work The Journal’s report said that the recalled workers would return “on an as-needed basis while maintaining the integrity and accuracy” of the data, and also confirmed that staff will “promptly resume work” on the September CPI. Investors, businesses, and the Federal Reserve all depend on the CPI to judge the state of the economy and to decide on interest rates. Also, the CPI is actually the most important metric for everyday Americans because it drives annual cost-of-living adjustments not only for Social Security but also for tax brackets, loan subsidies, and the review of federal programs. The government shutdown had already blocked the jobs report for September, which was postponed from its original October 3 schedule. Reports on retail sales, housing starts, and business inventories from the Census Bureau are also stalled. The Bureau of Economic Analysis suspended operations and will…

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USD/JPY steadies above 152.40 ahead of US consumer confidence data

USD/JPY steadies above 152.40 ahead of US consumer confidence data

The post  USD/JPY steadies above 152.40 ahead of US consumer confidence data appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. The US Dollar stands tall above 152.40 against the Japanese Yen, consolidating gains after rallying beyond 3.5% this week. Growing political uncertainty following the victory of Sanae Takaichi at the ruling LDP party vote this week has triggered a sharp yen sell-off this week. Investors remain concerned that Takaichi, an aide of former PM Shinzo Abe, might restore the Abenomics playbook, increasing fiscal spending and hampering the BoJ’s monetary policy tightening plans. Japan’s ruling coalition, in danger In this context, the leader of the Komeito party, Tetsuo Saito, threatened to leave the ruling coalition with the LDP earlier on Friday as, he said, there is a deep disagreement with the LDP “on issues involving money, politics.” Somewhat earlier, Japan’s Finance Minister  Katsunobu Kato complained about one-sided rapid currency movements and affirmed that the Japanese authorities will monitor for excessive market fluctuations and disorderly moves, in a veiled threat of intervention. The US Dollar, on the other hand, remains firm against its main peers, despite dovish comments from San Francisco Fed President, Mary Daly, who has called for further interest rate cuts as she considered that the deterioration of the labour market is worrisome. Later today, the is expected to give some more ammunition for Fed doves. The index is foreseen to have declined for the third consecutive week, to a level of 54.2 in October from 55.1 in September, with consumers wary about the poor job prospects. Japanese Yen FAQs The Japanese Yen (JPY) is one of the world’s most traded currencies. Its value is broadly determined by the performance of the Japanese economy, but more specifically by the Bank of Japan’s policy, the differential between Japanese and US bond yields, or risk sentiment among traders, among other factors. One of the Bank of Japan’s mandates is currency control, so…

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Plunges 5% Below Key Support Amid Crypto Weakness

Plunges 5% Below Key Support Amid Crypto Weakness

The post Plunges 5% Below Key Support Amid Crypto Weakness appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. The governance token of the prominent decentralized lending protocol Aave AAVE$277.90 has faced substantial selling pressure through the past 24 hours, dipping briefly below the $270 level. The DeFi bluechip plunged 5% in the early Thursday session, sliding nearly 10% lower since this week’s high. It has modestly recovered later in the day U.S. hours, changing hands at around $272. The price action occurred amid a weak session for cryptocurrencies with bitcoin on the verge of breaking below $120,000. The broad market CoinDesk 20 Index was down more than 4% during the day. The technical picture shows bearish momentum for the DeFi major, CoinDesk Research’s analysis model suggested. Losing key support at $273 triggered a cascade of selling, accelerating the decline. Subsequent recovery attempts proved unsuccessful, with the failed rallies confirming sustained selling pressure, the model suggested. Key Technical Indicators Trading volume spiked to 63,651 units, substantially exceeding 24-hour average of 31,013 units. Technical resistance established at $280.00 level. Breakdown below critical support at $273.00 triggered additional algorithmic liquidation. Multiple recovery attempts failed, indicating sustained selling pressure. Disclaimer: Parts of this article were generated with the assistance from AI tools and reviewed by our editorial team to ensure accuracy and adherence to our standards. For more information, see CoinDesk’s full AI Policy. Source: https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2025/10/09/aave-plunges-below-key-support-levels-amid-broader-crypto-weakness

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US sees new low in biggest dealers stake as Treasury sells $22 billion of 30-year bonds

US sees new low in biggest dealers stake as Treasury sells $22 billion of 30-year bonds

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent sold $22 billion of 30-year bonds on Thursday, and the result revealed a new low for America’s biggest dealers. A record small share of the auction, only 8.7%, went to the group of 25 primary dealers that the Federal Reserve requires to take part in every auction, which is the […]

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Bitwise Staking in Solana ETF: What It Means for Solana Price

Bitwise Staking in Solana ETF: What It Means for Solana Price

The post Bitwise Staking in Solana ETF: What It Means for Solana Price appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Bitwise Asset Management updated its U.S. filing for a Solana exchange-traded fund (ETF) in recent days. The proposal included built-in staking and a 0.20% annual fee for investors on Cboe BZX. The strategy aimed to make the fund more competitive in a crowded field. The design paired exposure to SOL with a mechanism to earn network rewards under a regulated wrapper. How the Filing Changed and Why it Mattered In recent Solana news, Bitwise described a vehicle that held SOL and delegated stakes to validators. The fund intended to capture staking rewards inside the structure. The manager said it would use a straightforward approach and keep clear operational controls. The filing set the annual sponsor fee at 0.20%. That level matched Bitwise’s pricing for its other large token products. The choice signaled a push for uniform pricing across the firm’s lineup. Bitwise selected a daily reference rate from CF Benchmarks for valuation. That rate produced a net asset value that investors and market makers could track. It offered a published methodology and clear timing. The plan proposed listing on Cboe BZX under the ticker BSOL. The exchange already handled several digital-asset products. The infrastructure and creation-redemption process followed familiar patterns for commodity-based funds. The staking feature separated this proposal from a plain exposure fund. Staking let the trust participate in the network’s consensus process. The approach aimed to deliver additional SOL to the fund over time. Bitwise positioned staking as a source of incremental return. The manager also acknowledged operational realities. It planned controls around validator selection, rewards flow, and any unbonding periods. Grayscale updates Solana Trust S-1 with 0.35% fee. | Source: MartyParty, X Solana ETF News: SOL Price Context and Investor Takeaways ETF structures often change how traditional investors access tokens. A U.S. vehicle could remove friction for…

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STBL selects Ondo’s USDY as primary collateral to back $50m in stablecoin issuance

STBL selects Ondo’s USDY as primary collateral to back $50m in stablecoin issuance

The post STBL selects Ondo’s USDY as primary collateral to back $50m in stablecoin issuance appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. STBL.com, the next-generation stablecoin protocol, has announced a strategic partnership with Ondo Finance, a blockchain technology company, as per details shared with Finbold.  The collaboration designates USDY, Ondo’s tokenized yield-bearing asset backed by short-term U.S. Treasuries and bank deposits, as primary collateral within STBL’s reserve structure, unlocking up to $50 million in USST minting capacity. “Stablecoin design has to catch up with reality: the world is moving to tokenized reserves,” said Dr. Avtar Sehra, Co-Founder and CEO of STBL, “Our stable asset and reserve framework is built for this new paradigm – multi-tier, overcollateralized, and engineered to keep a tight peg and enable use of a variety of institutional-grade assets on-chain. Ondo’s USDY brings the right ingredients – quality collateral, clear governance, and strong controls – so USST can scale utility without diluting stability.” Partnership brings tokenized T-bill yield into STBL’s reserve model USDY complements STBL’s architecture as a fully collateralized instrument that delivers dollar-denominated yield to eligible holders while preserving investor protections, including first-priority security interest over the underlying assets. Reeve Collins, Co-Founder and Chairman of STBL, added:  “STBL flips that script so the benefits of the collateral flow back to those who provide it. Partnering with Ondo helps us extend that alignment into the heart of the reserves, and it’s a major step toward making stablecoins true public-utility infrastructure for crypto and traditional markets alike.” Ian De Bode, Chief Strategy Officer at Ondo Finance, further commented:  “We’re excited that Ondo USDY is set to drive STBL’s growth with $50 million in reserve capacity, demonstrating how institutional-grade, tokenized yield-bearing reserves underpin the future of the digital asset ecosystem. USDY’s investor protections, seamless composability, and permissionless design make it the ideal form of collateral for the next wave of stablecoin innovation.” STBL’s reserve and compliance framework Under STBL’s reserve and…

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ADA Price Struggles: Top Trader Eyes Cardano Dip Towards $0.69 Before Setup For 144% Market Rally

ADA Price Struggles: Top Trader Eyes Cardano Dip Towards $0.69 Before Setup For 144% Market Rally

Cardano (ADA) is experiencing difficult moments of late, with its price remaining down over recent weeks. While some traders see this as an indicator of weakening momentum, prominent market analyst Ali Martinez views this consolidation as a perfect purchasing opportunity before another uptrend. ADA has been down 4.6% and 7.1% over the past seven days and monthly, respectively, currently standing at $0.8179. Despite the fall, the analyst believes the asset’s underlying strength remains intact and the decline could be short-lived. Everything’s lining up for Cardano $ADA! $0.69 is the dip to buy before $2. pic.twitter.com/3xQGEN3xWT— Ali (@ali_charts) October 10, 2025 ADA’s Profit-Taking and Bearish Outlook Cardano, one of the more reliable proof-of-stake chains, is currently under intense pressure, struggling to breach resistance around $1.00. On-chain and derivatives metrics show that the consolidation phase is driven by increased profit-taking activity while short speculative investments are on the rise among ADA traders, indicating wider bearish market sentiment. The latest Santiment’s NPL (Network Realized Profit/Loss) data points out that ADA investors have been realizing gains over recent weeks. Since September 23, 2025, the metric witnessed a significant jump, climbing to its highest level on yesterday, October 9. This increase signifies that long-term Cardano holders are selling their tokens for substantial profits, hence heightening the selling pressure. Looking at the derivatives outlook, CoinGlass’s Cardano Long/Short Ratio has risen significantly. As of today, October 10, the ratio hovers at 0.82, the peak level over the past 30 days. Typically, an increase in this ratio indicates heightened bearishness in the market, as more derivatives traders are launching short positions, betting that the token’s price to drop. Ali describes the price fall as a reason not to panic, viewing it as a healthy consolidation. The analyst disclosed that support levels could drop, sending the asset towards $0.69 or lower. He, however, said that this could provide a foundation for a potential market resurgence towards the $2 level. For Ali, the $0.69 zone is an interesting region where new purchasers could come to the market to buy at a dip, particularly those who missed earlier bull runs. According to the analyst, such market behaviour is normal, terming it as a “reversal phase.” He hinted that projects with active communities tend to recover faster, with Cardano, one of the strong projects, having resilience and growth potential. Cardano Joining the S&P Index and Market Prospects Whether Cardano can break out above the $1 mark is a matter that waits to be seen. However, its recent integration into a prominent digital asset index and continuing discussions about potential ADA ETFs heighten the network’s image among mainstream investors. The current price of Cardano is $0.8179. This week, on Tuesday, October 7, Cardano was included in the S&P Dow Jones Crypto Index, a traditional investment product that tracks the top 50 crypto assets, providing traditional investors with exposure to a wide representation of the digital asset market. Cardano’s inclusion in this index positions it alongside major tokens like BTC and ETH.

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Which Crypto to Buy in October? Traders Say This Token Could Hit $1 Faster Than Dogecoin (DOGE)

Which Crypto to Buy in October? Traders Say This Token Could Hit $1 Faster Than Dogecoin (DOGE)

The post Which Crypto to Buy in October? Traders Say This Token Could Hit $1 Faster Than Dogecoin (DOGE) appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Traders are closely watching which tokens will reach $1 next. Dogecoin (DOGE) has slowed down after its rapid gains, while Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is gaining strong momentum. Its dual lending and borrowing ecosystem, combined with robust presale activity, makes it one of the most promising projects for October. Investors seeking utility-driven growth are turning to …

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Bitcoin Dips to $122K as Crypto Rally Gets Overheated: What Next? Smart Money is Buying Digitap ($TAP)

Bitcoin Dips to $122K as Crypto Rally Gets Overheated: What Next? Smart Money is Buying Digitap ($TAP)

Bitcoin’s (BTC) epic rally over the past year has seen the world’s largest cryptocurrency more than double. But after peaking just above $126,000, Bitcoin has given back some of its gains to trade near $122,000. The sharp retreat was accompanied by a sell-off in major altcoins, leading many analysts and investors to conclude the crypto […] The post Bitcoin Dips to $122K as Crypto Rally Gets Overheated: What Next? Smart Money is Buying Digitap ($TAP) appeared first on Live Bitcoin News.

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Antalpha Leads $150 Million Funding Round for Aurelion, Creating Nasdaq’s First Tether Gold (XAU₮) Treasury

Antalpha Leads $150 Million Funding Round for Aurelion, Creating Nasdaq’s First Tether Gold (XAU₮) Treasury

Antalpha Platform Holding Company (NASDAQ: ANTA) ("Antalpha"), a leading institutional-grade digital asset financing platform, today announced that it has led an investment of approximately $43 million and acquired a controlling voting interest in Prestige Wealth Inc. (NASDAQ: PWM; AURE) ("Aurelion" or the "Company") through a committed private investment in a public company (PIPE). Other accredited investors included TG Commodities SA de CV ("Tether") and Kiara Capital Holding Limited ("Kiara Capital"), an investment from Antalpha's management team. Subject to approvals, the Company (NASDAQ: PWM) expects to change its name to "Aurelion Inc." and begin trading under the new ticker symbol (NASDAQ: AURE) on Monday, October 13, 2025. Paul Liang, CFO of Antalpha, said: "We are excited to partner with Tether, the world's largest stablecoin company, to expand the trusted digital gold ecosystem. When people can walk into a jewelry store and exchange Tether Gold (XAU₮) for a gold bar, digital assets will become more accessible. We hope to provide new features and services like this through the Antalpha Real World Asset Hub (Antalpha RWA Hub) to increase the liquidity and product offerings of Tether Gold (XAU₮)." Paul Liang continued, "Building on Antalpha's real-world asset hub, we are excited to lead the development of the Aurelion Treasury, Nasdaq's first pure-play Tether Gold (XAU₮) treasury, designed to increase access to tokenized gold, which is strategically important in the digital asset world. Individuals and institutions alike need a safe haven to protect against inflation, fiat currency devaluation, and cryptocurrency volatility. As a leading digital asset financing platform, it is in Antalpha's shared interest to strengthen our balance sheet with Tether Gold (XAU₮) and hold significant gold reserves to enhance collateral resilience." Strategic significance Antalpha's "Reserve 2.0" initiative builds on a pilot program earlier this year, in which Antalpha acquired $20 million worth of Tether Gold (XAU₮). In early October, we announced our partnership with Tether to launch the Antalpha Real-World Asset Hub to increase access to Tether Gold (XAU₮). This $43 million PIPE investment in the Aurelion Treasury represents the next phase of our "Reserve 2.0" initiative: expanding Antalpha's Tether Gold (XAU₮) reserves through institutional-grade infrastructure, governance, and transparency. For over 5,000 years, gold has served as the ultimate benchmark of value, consistently providing a natural hedge against macroeconomic volatility and political uncertainty. Its negative correlation with the US Dollar Index (DXY) during global crises and inflationary cycles, as well as its role as a safe haven against cryptocurrency fluctuations, underscores the value of gold on the blockchain. Tether Gold (XAU₮) addresses these vulnerabilities by being 100% physically backed and redeemable by London Bullion Market Association (LBMA)-compliant gold bars stored in Switzerland. Since its launch in 2020, approximately 7 tons of gold have been used to back Tether Gold (XAU₮), providing institutional-grade transparency, verifiability, and liquidity. By committing to Tether Gold (XAU₮) as Aurelion's sole treasury reserve, Antalpha aims to smooth volatility, maintain liquidity, and enhance collateral resilience, in line with Antalpha's priority on risk management. Transaction Highlights Antalpha invested approximately $43 million of Aurelion’s approximately $100 million PIPE financing, with other accredited investors including Kiara Capital investing $6 million and Tether investing $15 million. Following this transaction, based on the Company's outstanding shares and assuming no exercise of the PIPE warrants, Antalpha holds approximately 32.4% of Aurelion's shares (or approximately 73.1% of the voting power), and Kiara Capital holds approximately 8.6% of Aurelion's shares (or approximately 18.9% of the voting power). Aurelion plans to continue raising funds to purchase more Tether Gold (XAU₮) and believes its concentrated ownership structure provides greater stability and ensures smoother operations. Conference Call Information Antalpha management will hold a conference call to discuss the transaction at 8:30 a.m. EST on October 14, 2025. To participate, please register in advance by visiting the following link: https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BIdf5d33a26d64454da01f41f3d6c9610e. After registering, you will receive a dial-in number, a passcode, and your unique PIN, as well as an email with a calendar invitation. The webcast link is: https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/bt67nb59. A replay of the conference call will also be available on the company's investor relations website: https://ir.antalpha.com. About Antalpha Antalpha is a leading fintech company focused on providing financing, technology, and risk management solutions to institutions in the digital asset industry. Antalpha offers Bitcoin supply chain lending and collateralized lending services through its Antalpha Prime technology platform, allowing clients to originate and manage their digital asset loans and monitor the status of their collateral with near-real-time data. About Aurelion Aurelion is Nasdaq's first Tether Gold (XAU₮) treasury. Combining the stability of physical gold with the efficiency of blockchain, it provides investors with a tokenized gold reserve that serves as a safe haven against inflation, currency devaluation, and cryptocurrency volatility. Aurelion will also continue its wealth management and asset management services. About Tether Gold (XAU₮) Tether Gold (XAU₮) is a digital asset offered by TG Commodities SA de CV. One full XAU₮ token represents one troy ounce of a London Good Delivery gold bar. XAU₮ operates as an ERC-20 token on the Ethereum blockchain, allowing for easy trading and transfer around the clock. The gold underlying XAU₮ is identifiable by a unique serial number, purity, and weight, and is redeemable. About Antalpha RWA Hub Antalpha RWA Hub is Antalpha’s dedicated real-world asset (RWA) infrastructure platform, currently focused on providing liquidity and services for gold-based real-world assets. Contact Investor Contact: [email protected] Safe Harbor Statement This press release contains statements that may constitute "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as "anticipate," "aspire," "intend," "plan," "offer," "goal," "objective," "potential," "seek," "believe," "project," "estimate," "expect," "forecast," "assume," "strategy," "target," "trend," "future," "may," "might," "should," "will," and similar expressions referring to future periods. These statements are neither historical facts nor guarantees of future performance. Instead, they are based solely on current beliefs, expectations, and assumptions regarding the future of the relevant business, future plans and strategies, projections, anticipated events and trends, the economy, and other future conditions, including the expected performance of gold, Tether Gold (XAU₮), and any other gold-related products, and Antalpha and Aurelion's intention to purchase additional XAU₮. These statements, which are neither historical facts nor guarantees of future performance, include, among other things, statements regarding Antalpha's investment in the Company through the PIPE financing, integration plans, the expected benefits of the transaction, and Antalpha's "Reserve 2.0" digital treasury strategy. Forward-looking statements also include expectations regarding the purchase, holding, and management of XAU₮, as well as potential future capital deployments. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially, including regulatory scrutiny, integration challenges, XAU₮'s market price volatility, liquidity risk, counterparty and custody risk, technological and regulatory developments, accounting treatment, and other factors described in Antalpha's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). All information in this press release is provided only as of the date hereof, and Antalpha assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, except as required by applicable law.

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