Bitcoin jumped over 14% this week to a new all-time high of $125,559.21, even as the U.S. government faces a shutdown. On-chain data showed $1.6 billion in new buying and a $92 Coinbase premium, signaling strong U.S. demand. Analysts now eye $130,000 as the next resistance, with price discovery possibly ahead.
Spot Bitcoin ETFs also started October strong, logging $3.24 billion in inflows, their second-best week ever, after last week’s $902 million outflows. The rebound reflects renewed optimism as traders bet on another U.S. rate cut and improving risk appetite.
Meanwhile, BNB hit a record $1,111.90, up 17.5% this week, boosted by upgrade plans and treasury accumulation. Analysts say steady corporate buying and token burns continue to drive its rise.
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TOP CRYPTO NEWS RECAP (September 28 - October 4, 2025)
- SBF Blames Leadership Handover for FTX’s Fall
- FDIC Reconsiders Rules on Crypto Banking Amid Debanking Concerns
- UK to Allow Retail Trading of Crypto ETNs, ETFs Still Off Limits
- Samsung and Coinbase Join Forces to Bring Crypto to Galaxy Wallet Users
- Crypto.com Expands DeFi Access with Morpho Lending on Cronos
- ECB Moves Closer to Digital Euro with Key Tech Partnerships
SBF Blames Leadership Handover for FTX’s Fall
Sam Bankman-Fried, serving 25 years for FTX’s $8B collapse, says his biggest regret was handing control to new CEO John Ray III, which blocked a potential bailout. The misused funds fueled Alameda’s losses, while creditors still await billions, although repayments now total $7.8 billion, with more expected to follow.
FDIC Reconsiders Rules on Crypto Banking Amid Debanking Concerns
The FDIC will review a proposed rule limiting regulators’ use of “reputation risk,” a practice critics say fueled crypto debanking. Acting chair Travis Hill supports revisiting policies following Trump’s executive order against “politicized” banking restrictions. This move could reshape banks’ relationships with crypto firms after years of alleged exclusion.
UK to Allow Retail Trading of Crypto ETNs, ETFs Still Off Limits
The UK’s FCA will lift its 2019 ban on retail crypto exchange-traded notes next week, allowing firms like BlackRock and Bitwise to prepare offerings. While this marks progress for investors, ETFs remain restricted until regulations evolve, keeping the UK behind the U.S. in crypto investment access.
Samsung and Coinbase Join Forces to Bring Crypto to Galaxy Wallet Users
Samsung has deepened its partnership with Coinbase, enabling 75 million U.S. Galaxy users to buy crypto directly through Samsung Wallet with free access to Coinbase One. With plans for a global rollout, the move aims to make cryptocurrency more accessible, potentially introducing digital assets to over one billion Galaxy users.
Crypto.com Expands DeFi Access with Morpho Lending on Cronos
Crypto.com is integrating Morpho lending into Cronos, enabling users to deposit wrapped BTC and ETH to borrow stablecoins and earn yield. This move mirrors Coinbase’s DeFi strategy, making lending accessible directly platform. Despite U.S. restrictions on stablecoin interest, Morpho’s structure enables compliant yield opportunities, challenging the dominance of traditional banks in financial services.
ECB Moves Closer to Digital Euro with Key Tech Partnerships
The European Central Bank has partnered with seven tech firms to develop components for a potential digital euro, including fraud detection, secure payments, and offline transactions. Although the launch remains undecided, a 2029 rollout is a possibility. The move highlights Europe’s push for CBDC innovation amid growing stablecoin concerns.
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